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Optical Isomer.
Optical Isomer - as a noun
One of two stereoisomers that are mirror images of each other that are non-superposable (not identical).
Example Sentences
"A molecule with an asymmetric carbon center is a chiral compound with optical isomers."
"The two forms of a molecule that are mirror images of each other are known as optical isomers."
"Enantiomers are an example of optical isomers that are non-superimposable mirror images."
"The presence of a chiral center in a molecule results in the formation of optical isomers."
"The separation of optical isomers can be achieved using chromatography techniques."
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