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Epimer.
Epimer - as a noun
Any diastereoisomer that has the opposite configuration at only one of the stereogenic centres.
Example Sentences
"The two epimers of glucose differ in the configuration of a single hydroxyl group."
"The epimer of a carbohydrate can have different biological activities."
"The interconversion between epimers is often catalyzed by enzymes."
"Glucose and galactose are epimers of each other."
"D-glucose and D-mannose are epimers."
Word Game Points
Is EPIMER a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, epimer is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
EPIMER has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is EPIMER a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, epimer is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordEPIMER has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.
Is EPIMER a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, epimer is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordEPIMER has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
