Locant
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈloʊkənt/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Locant is a noun meaning (organic chemistry) That part of the name of a compound (often a letter or number) that describes the position of an atom, residue or functional group.
Meaning
(organic chemistry) That part of the name of a compound (often a letter or number) that describes the position of an atom, residue or functional group.
Example Sentences
The 2 in hexan-2-one is a locant.
Word Forms
- locants
Related Words
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