Chapter 5.2, Problem 1P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The chirality of the following objects is to be determined.

Concept introduction:

All objects may be classified with respect to a property we call chirality (from the Greek cheir meaning hand).

(i) Dissymmetry: The absence of reflective symmetry elements. All dissymmetric objects are chiral.

(ii) Asymmetry: The absence of all symmetry elements. All asymmetric objects are chiral.