n. the conversion of a compound into a different isomeric form
The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
n. In chem., the production of isomeric forms of a given substance or class of substances.
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n. the conversion of a compound into an isomer of itself
Word Usage
"Among other applications, tungstated zirconia is used to improve the octane content of gasoline through a process called isomerization, in which a straight chain alkane molecule is converted into a branched chain molecule."