OPTICAL ACTIVITY
\ˈɒptɪkə͡l aktˈɪvɪti], \ˈɒptɪkəl aktˈɪvɪti], \ˈɒ_p_t_ɪ_k_əl a_k_t_ˈɪ_v_ɪ_t_i]\
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The property, possessed by many organic chemical compounds, of turning the plane of polarized light, when it is passed through a solution of the substance. It is due to the presence of one or more asymmetrical carbon atoms. See also polarimeter.
By Smith Ely Jelliffe
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Tetrachlorvinphos
- An organophosphate cholinesterase inhibitor that is used as insecticide. It has low mammalian toxicity. (From Merck Index, 11th ed)