open-chain

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Synonyms: open chain

Antonyms: open chain

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Adjective

1. {{lb|en|organic chemistry}} Having carbon atoms arranged in a [[linear]] rather than [[cyclical]] [[chain]]<!--as in a typical [[aliphatic]] compound?-->.

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