Molecular Structure
/ˈmɒlɪkjələr ˈstrʌktʃər/
Definitions
- (n.) The arrangement and bonding of atoms within a molecule, relevant in chemical patent law and regulatory compliance for molecular inventions.
The patent application detailed the molecular structure of the new compound to establish novelty.
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- molecular structure
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Commentary
Legal discussions of molecular structure typically arise in intellectual property contexts, especially patents involving chemical or pharmaceutical molecules, where precise description can impact protection scope.
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