open-chain
adj1
Chemistry, Natural sciences, Organic chemistry, Physical sciences Having carbon atoms arranged in a linear rather than cyclical chain.
- Related terms
- straight-chain
adj
Chemistry, Natural sciences, Organic chemistry, Physical sciences Having carbon atoms arranged in a linear rather than cyclical chain.
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