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Conformer

/ˈkɑn.fɚmɚ/

Any of a set of stereoisomers characterised by a conformation that corresponds to a distinct potential energy minimum.

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noun
  1. 1

    Any of a set of stereoisomers characterised by a conformation that corresponds to a distinct potential energy minimum.

  2. 2

    A particular folded state or conformation of a protein, especially an abnormal conformation of a prion

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