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Dextrorotation

Description

Dextrorotation refers to rotation in a clockwise direction. It is commonly used in different scientific disciplines to indicate the rightward or clockwise rotation of an object or a substance. In chemistry, dextrorotation specifically refers to the rotation of plane-polarized light to the right.

Sample Sentences

Noun:

1. The compound exhibited dextrorotation, indicating its chiral nature.
2. When analyzing the optical activity of the substance, the scientists observed dextrorotation.

Adjective:

1. The dextrorotation effect was noticeable in the clockwise motion of the propeller.
2. The dextrorotation property of the molecule made it highly reactive.

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