chiral
Americanadjective
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of chiral
1894; chir- < Greek cheír hand + -al 1; coined by Lord Kelvin
Example Sentences
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For the first time, they successfully separated the chiral forms of both pristane and phytane, despite the molecules being extremely unreactive.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 9, 2026
The author also discusses molecular cooperation and co-evolution during the earliest stages of life's emergence, as well as additional physical perspectives on the OoL, including ideas related to the chiral origin of biomolecules.
From Science Daily ● Jun. 10, 2026
Under normal conditions, chiral phonons exist in a mix of left- and right-handed states with varying energy levels.
From Science Daily ● Apr. 19, 2026
The key lies in an emerging area of physics centered on chiral phonons.
From Science Daily ● Apr. 19, 2026
It can also be applied to other chiral materials such as tellurium, selenium, and hybrid organic/inorganic perovskites.
From Science Daily ● Apr. 19, 2026
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