Molecular graphics

Term · Chemistry · MLC-T-CHM-007497

The use of computer graphics to visualize and manipulate three-dimensional representations of molecules. This technique allows researchers to examine molecular structures, interactions, and dynamics, aiding in the understanding of chemical and biological processes. It is an indispensable tool in drug design, protein engineering, and materials science for analyzing complex molecular systems.

Table 1. Record
Identifier	MLC-T-CHM-007497
Field	Chemistry
Subject	Chemistry and Human Health
References	PAC, 1997, 69, 1137. 'Glossary of terms used in computational drug design (IUPAC Recommendations 1997)' on page 1146 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac199769051137)

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