centrosymmetric

(adjective)

Having a center of symmetry.

Related Terms

  • oxide
  • ligand
  • band theory
  • oxocarbon
  • orbital

Examples of centrosymmetric in the following topics:

  • Color

    • In centrosymmetric complexes, d-d transitions are forbidden by the Laporte rule.
    • The Laporte rule states that, if a molecule is centrosymmetric, transitions within a given set of p or d orbitals are forbidden.
  • Carbon Oxides and Carbonates

    • The compound is centrosymmetric and so has no net dipole.
    • The molecule has no net dipole moment because it's centrosymmetric.
  • Physical Properties and Atomic Size

    • In centrosymmetric complexes, such as octahedral complexes, d-d transitions are forbidden.
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