Chirality
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /kaɪˈɹælɪti/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Chirality is a noun meaning The phenomenon, in chemistry, physics and mathematics, in which objects are mirror images of each other, but are otherwise identical; handedness.
Meaning
The phenomenon, in chemistry, physics and mathematics, in which objects are mirror images of each other, but are otherwise identical; handedness.
Word Forms
- chiralities
Synonyms for chirality
Depending on context, synonyms include handedness.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include heterochirality, handedness, pseudochirality, perverse, dichroism, chimerality.
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