Definition

Relating to the study of the three-dimensional arrangement of atoms in molecules and how this affects their chemical behavior.

Example

The stereochemical properties of the compound determine how it interacts with other molecules.

Conversation

Did you understand the stereochemical concepts we covered in class?

I think so, but the details can be a bit confusing.

Yeah, I agree. The stereochemical models are tricky to visualize sometimes.

Exactly! We should study together to make it clearer.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Stereochemical → It is formed from "stereo-" (from Greek "stereos", meaning solid or three-dimensional) and "chemical" (from Greek "khemia", meaning the art of transmuting metals). The word "stereochemical" refers to the study of the three-dimensional arrangement of atoms in molecules and how this affects their chemical properties.

Memory Tip

Think of 'solid' ('stereo-') shapes in chemistry, which helps you remember that 'stereochemical' relates to the three-dimensional structure of molecules.

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