chi·ral (k  r l)adj. Of or relating to the structural characteristic of a molecule that makes it impossible to superimpose it on its mirror image. chi·ral i·ty (k-r l -t ) n. |
chirality [kaɪˈrælɪtɪ]
n
(Chemistry) the configuration or handedness (left or right) of an asymmetric, optically active chemical compound Also called dissymmetry
[from Greek kheir hand + -al1 + -ity]
chiral adj
| chirality (k-rl-t) The characteristic of a structure (usually a molecule) that makes it impossible to superimpose it on its mirror image. Also called handedness. See also helicityinvarianceoptical isomer |
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