chiral
Americanadjective
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Etymology
Origin of chiral
1894; chir- < Greek cheír hand + -al 1; coined by Lord Kelvin
Example Sentences
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In chiral materials, these waves also follow a circular motion, forming chiral phonons.
From Science Daily • Apr. 19, 2026
It is lightweight, inexpensive, and its chiral phonons generate their own internal magnetic effects.
From Science Daily • Apr. 19, 2026
In chiral materials, the twisted structure causes atoms to move in a circular or spiral-like pattern.
From Science Daily • Apr. 19, 2026
This advance could enable new capabilities in chiral sensing, optical communication, and quantum photonics.
From Science Daily • Mar. 21, 2026
Instead of relying on static components, its response to different types of chiral light can be adjusted continuously without replacing any parts.
From Science Daily • Mar. 21, 2026
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