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Definitions for open-chain
open-cha·in
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Princeton's WordNet
open chainadjective
a chain of atoms in a molecule whose ends are not joined to form a ring
acyclic, open-chainadjective
having an open chain structure
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open-chain
Open-chain refers to a structure, usually in chemistry, where constituents are connected in a line or branched sequence rather than forming a loop or ring. Commonly related to organic compounds such as alkanes, alkenes, and alkynes, open-chain compounds are also known as acyclic compounds.
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of open-chain in Chaldean Numerology is: 4
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of open-chain in Pythagorean Numerology is: 4
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