Intramolecular
Intramolecular describes a process or characteristic limited within the structure of a single, or each molecule; a property or phenomenon limited to the extent of a single, or each molecule.
Examples:
- intramolecular hydride transfer (transfer of a hydride ion from one part to another within the same molecule);
- intramolecular hydrogen bond (a hydrogen bond formed between two functional groups of the same molecule)
See also: intermolecular, molecule
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