chaotropism

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Noun

chaotropism (uncountable)

1. (chemistry) The ability to disrupt hydrogen bonding, especially within or between biological molecules

   The chaotropism of chlorate is greater than that of sulfate.

Related terms

• chaos
• chaotropic

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