R-bromochlorofluoromethane

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This straightforward organic compound, (R)-bromochlorofluoromethane, showcases the concept of chirality - when you compare it to its mirror image, the two are not superimposable! The two mirror-image forms are enantiomers. This is analogous to your right and left hands. Chirality, and stereochemistry more broadly, play a crucial role in organic chemistry, with significant real-world impacts on pharmaceuticals and drug discovery.