Steriskt
Steriskt refers to the spatial arrangement of atoms or groups of atoms within a molecule. This arrangement can significantly influence a molecule's physical and chemical properties, including its reactivity, stability, and biological activity. The term "steric" originates from the Greek word "stereos," meaning solid or three-dimensional.
Steric effects arise from the repulsive forces between the electron clouds of non-bonded atoms or groups that
Another important concept related to sterics is steric strain. This occurs when the preferred bond angles or