homonuclear

adj — 2 senses

homonuclear

adj

Etymology From homo- + nuclear.

1

Chemistry, Natural sciences, Physical sciences Of a molecule Having atoms of only one element, especially having elements of only a single isotope.

2

Chemistry, Natural sciences, Organic chemistry, Physical sciences Of a reaction etc Taking place within the same ring of a compound.

Antonyms
heteronuclear

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