Chirality sense

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-002011",
  "term": "Chirality sense",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The specific handedness of a chiral object or molecule, typically designated as R (rectus) or S (sinister) for a chirality center, or P (plus) or M (minus) for a helical structure. This designation provides a systematic way to differentiate between enantiomers. It is determined by applying Cahn-Ingold-Prelog priority rules.",
  "subject": "Organic and Biomolecular Chemistry",
  "see_also": [
    "chirality"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 1996, 68, 2193. 'Basic terminology of stereochemistry (IUPAC Recommendations 1996)' on page 2203 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac199668122193)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/chirality-sense/"
}