Definitions

1. adjective

Having a dissymmetrical property, particularly in chemistry, where a molecule or object and its mirror image are not identical.

“The molecule’s chiral center played a crucial role in its biological activity.”

2. noun

A chiral molecule or a chiral object.

“The scientist studied the properties of the chiral molecule in the lab.”

3. verb

To make something chiral, particularly in chemistry.

“The process chiraled the molecule, resulting in a more complex structure.”