Fischer projection

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-004442",
  "term": "Fischer projection",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A two-dimensional representation used to depict the three-dimensional arrangement of atoms in chiral molecules, particularly carbohydrates and amino acids. In this convention, horizontal lines represent bonds projecting out of the plane towards the viewer, while vertical lines represent bonds extending away from the viewer. The carbon chain is typically drawn vertically, with the most oxidized carbon at the top.",
  "synonyms": [
    "Fischer-Tollens projection"
  ],
  "subject": "Organic and Biomolecular Chemistry",
  "see_also": [
    "projection formula"
  ],
  "references": [
    "Blue Book, p. 484 (https://www.acdlabs.com/iupac/nomenclature/)",
    "PAC, 1996, 68, 2193. 'Basic terminology of stereochemistry (IUPAC Recommendations 1996)' on page 2208 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac199668122193)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/fischer-projection/"
}