chiralitymeaning
Chirality is a property of objects that are non-superimposable mirror images of each other. In other words, an object and its mirror image are not identical; they are "handed" or "chiral." This concept is fundamental in various fields, including chemistry, biology, and physics. Chirality is often illustrated using a pair of hands, which are mirror images of each other but cannot be superimposed.
In chemistry, chirality is particularly important. Molecules that are chiral are called chiral molecules or enantiomers.
In biology, chirality is crucial for the structure and function of biomolecules. Proteins, for instance, are
In physics, chirality can refer to the handedness of light waves or other types of waves. Circularly
The study of chirality has led to the development of various technologies, such as chiral separations in