Open-chain synonyms and antonyms

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aliphatic (related)
A compound of this type.
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closed chain (related)
An arrangement of atoms of the same type that forms a ring. Benzene and naphthalene are closed-chain compounds.
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acyclic
Having an open-chain molecular structure rather than a ring-shaped structure.
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cyclic (antonym)
Relating to a compound having atoms arranged in a ring or closed-chain structure. Benzene is a cyclic compound.
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Open-chain Sentence Examples

  • If we accept Kekule's formula for the benzene nucleus, then we may expect the double linkages to be opened up partially, either by oxidation or reduction, with the formation of di-, tetra-, or hexa-hydro derivatives, or entirely, with the production of open chain compounds.

  • Generally rupture occurs at more than one point; and rarely are the six carbon atoms of the complex regained as an open chain.

  • These compounds retain their aliphatic nature, and are best classified with open-chain compounds, into which, in general, they are readily converted.

  • Systems which are generally unsaturated compounds, often of considerable stability, and behave as nuclei; these compounds constitute a well-individualized class exhibiting closer affinities to benzenoid substances than to the open-chain series.

  • Thelfirst four substances are readily formed from, and converted into, the corresponding dihydroxy open-chain compound; these substances are truly aliphatic in character.

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