gauche effect

noun

An atypical situation where a gauche conformation (groups separated by a torsion angle of approximately 60°) is more stable than the anti conformation (180°).

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Meanings

noungauche effect (plural gauche effects)

plural gauche effects

  1. chemistryAn atypical situation where a gauche conformation (groups separated by a torsion angle of approximately 60°) is more stable than the anti conformation (180°).
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