Isotopic scrambling

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-006249",
  "term": "Isotopic scrambling",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The redistribution of isotopes within a molecule or between molecules during a chemical reaction or physical process. This phenomenon leads to a mixing of isotopic labels, making it challenging to trace the origin of specific atoms. Isotopic scrambling can occur through intramolecular rearrangements or intermolecular exchange reactions.",
  "synonyms": [
    "scrambling"
  ],
  "subject": "Physical and Biophysical Chemistry",
  "see_also": [
    "isotopic fractionation factor",
    "isotopes"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 1994, 66, 1077. 'Glossary of terms used in physical organic chemistry (IUPAC Recommendations 1994)' on page 1132 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac199466051077)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/isotopic-scrambling/"
}