Definitions for racemizationˌræs ə məˈzeɪ ʃən, reɪˈsi mə-, rə-
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Random House Webster's College Dictionary
rac•e•mi•za•tionˌræs ə məˈzeɪ ʃən, reɪˈsi mə-, rə-(n.)
the conversion of an optically active substance into an optically inactive mixture of equal amounts of the dextrorotatory and levorotatory forms.
Category: Chemistry
Origin of racemization:
1895
Wiktionary
racemization(Noun)
The formation of a racemate from a pure enantiomer.
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