vicinální
Vicinální is a term used in chemistry to describe the relationship between atoms or functional groups that are located on adjacent atoms within a molecule. This adjacency is typically defined by the covalent bonds connecting the atoms. For instance, in an ethane molecule, the two carbon atoms are vicinal to each other.
The concept of vicinal relationships is particularly important when discussing reactivity. Many chemical reactions occur at
In organic chemistry, stereochemistry also plays a significant role in vicinal relationships. The relative orientation of
The term "vicinal" is derived from the Latin word "vicinus," meaning "neighboring" or "nearby." It provides a