1. (chemistry) a chain of atoms in a molecule that forms a closed loop
   - ring

1. Having atoms linked by bonds represented in circular or triangular form
   - closed-ring

Derived forms: closed chains

See also: cyclic

Type of: chain, chemical chain

Antonym: open chain

Encyclopedia: Closed-chain

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