Chiral Resolution

Chiral resolution is the process of separating two molecules that are mirror images of each other, known as enantiomers. These molecules can have very different effects in biological systems, such as in pharmaceuticals where one form may be therapeutic, while the other could be ineffective or harmful. The resolution process involves techniques like selective crystallization or chromatography to isolate one enantiomer from the mixture, allowing for the use of the desired compound in various applications, particularly in medicine and biochemistry. This ensures precise effects and improved safety in treatments.