Chemical Structure
/ˈkɛmɪkəl ˈstrʌktʃər/
Definitions
- (n.) The representation of the molecular arrangement and bonds of a chemical compound, relevant in patent claims and regulatory compliance concerning chemical inventions and substances.
The patent application included a detailed chemical structure of the new compound to establish novelty.
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- chemical structure
- chemical structures
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Commentary
In legal contexts, specifying a chemical structure precisely is critical for patent protection and regulatory clarity to define the scope of chemical inventions or substances.
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