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iso·mer | \ ˈī-sə-mər 
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\Definition of isomer
1 : one of two or more compounds, radicals, or ions that contain the same number of atoms of the same elements but differ in structural arrangement and properties
2 : a nuclide isomeric with one or more others
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Recent Examples on the Web The problem is that many physicists doubt the feasibility of an isomer bomb.
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David Hambling, Popular Mechanics, "9 Ways the U.S. Could Bomb North Korea's Deepest Bunkers," 12 Sep. 2017 L-alanine and D-alanine are BEST classified as what type of isomers?
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Brian Whitehead, Orange County Register, "Troy High’s Science Bowl team practicing for redemption at national finals," 14 Feb. 2017 But the military research into isomers still continues.
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David Hambling, WIRED, "Darpa’s Handheld Nuclear Fusion Reactor," 6 July 2009
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nouniso·mer | \ ˈī-sə-mər \
\Medical Definition of isomer
1 : any of two or more compounds, radicals, or ions that contain the same number of atoms of the same elements but differ in structural arrangement and properties
2 : a nuclide isomeric with one or more others
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The first known use of isomer was in 1855
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