Molecular switch

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-007523",
  "term": "Molecular switch",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A molecule that can exist in two or more stable states and can be reversibly interconverted between these states by an external stimulus. These stimuli can include light, electric fields, pH changes, or the presence of specific chemical species. Molecular switches are key components in molecular electronics and responsive materials.",
  "subject": "Polymer",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2022, 94, 15. 'Glossary of terms relating to electronic, photonic and magnetic properties of polymers (IUPAC Recommendations 2021)' on page 38 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2020-0501)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/molecular-switch/"
}