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conjugational

conjugational

9.9
A link of double bonds next to each other that helps a molecule absorb light
  • adjective
  • /ˌkɒn.dʒʊˈɡeɪ.ʃən.əl/
  • Specialized
translation icon : conjugacional
  • A strong conjugational system can increase the stability of organic compounds.

Examples

  • Researchers studied the conjugational effects on the polymer's electrical properties.

  • The conjugational structure of the molecule allows it to absorb visible light.

  • The conjugational interactions in organic chemistry are fascinating.

  • Can you explain the conjugational properties of this compound?

  • The conjugational structure of the molecule allows it to absorb visible light.

  • Understanding the conjugational interactions helps chemists predict how substances will behave.

  • The researchers focused on the conjugational properties that enhance the reactivity of the compound.

Synonyms

conjugated
vsconjugational
  • Specialized
9.1

Having two or more double bonds separated by single bonds

focuses on adjacent p orbital interaction and electron delocalization across bonds
conjugate
vsconjugational
  • Specialized
8.8

Having single and double bonds that alternate, as in benzene

is specifically about orbital interaction rather than general bond patterns or unions

Surface Forms

conjugational positive

Morphology

conjugational = conjugation (transparent) = conjug + ation + al

The adjective is formed regularly by adding -al to the technical noun conjugation, so the relation is clear once the base is known.

Etymology

Conjugational comes from the Latin word conjugare, with con- meaning 'together' and jug- meaning 'join' or 'yoke'. In chemistry this helps you picture parts of a molecule 'joined' so electrons or bonds can move across them, which explains the modern meaning.