structure elucidation

[/ˈstrʌktʃər ɪˌluːsɪˈdeɪʃən/]
nounpl: structure elucidations
elucidação de estrutura
1. The process of determining and clarifying the molecular or atomic arrangement of a chemical compound or substance through analytical techniques
Structure elucidation of the new organic compound was achieved using X-ray crystallography and NMR spectroscopy.
A elucidação de estrutura do novo composto orgânico foi alcançada usando cristalografia de raios X e espectroscopia de RMN.
2. The identification and explanation of the three-dimensional framework or composition of molecules, proteins, or other chemical entities
The structure elucidation revealed a previously unknown arrangement of atoms in the protein.
A elucidação de estrutura revelou uma arranjo previamente desconhecido de átomos na proteína.
3. In chemistry and biochemistry, the comprehensive determination of molecular geometry and bonding patterns
Structure elucidation is essential for understanding the drug's mechanism of action.
A elucidação de estrutura é essencial para compreender o mecanismo de ação do medicamento.
This is a specialized scientific term primarily used in chemistry, biochemistry, pharmaceutical research, and materials science. It is equally utilized in both Brazilian and American scientific communities, with research institutions and pharmaceutical companies regularly employing these techniques. The term is fundamental in drug discovery and materials science research globally.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
structure determinationmolecular characterizationstructural analysisstructural identification
Antonyms / Antônimos
structure obscurationstructural ambiguity

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
elucidação de estrutura
Standard term used in chemistry and biochemistry research
São Paulo
elucidação estrutural
Alternative form commonly used in academic and industrial settings
Portugal
esclarecimento da estrutura
More formal or traditional Portuguese variant
Technical/Academic
determinação estrutural
Used interchangeably in scientific literature

Related Words

X-ray crystallographyNMR spectroscopymass spectrometryinfrared spectroscopymolecular modelingchemical compositionatomic arrangementspectroscopic analysis

Related Idioms & Phrases

to elucidate the structure
structure elucidation techniques
advanced structure elucidation methods
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