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achiral

American  
[ey-kahy-ruhl] / eɪˈkaɪ rəl /

adjective

Chemistry.
  1. not chiral.


Etymology

Origin of achiral

a- 6 + chiral

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The chiral ligand directs the three dimensional configuration of the product, while the achiral bidentate ligand enhances catalytic performance.

From Science Daily • Feb. 27, 2026

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