desymmetrization

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English

Etymology

From de- +‎ symmetrization.

Noun

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desymmetrization (plural desymmetrizations)

  1. (chemistry) Any reaction that results in the loss of one or more symmetry elements, but especially the conversion of a prochiral molecule into a chiral one