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A tiny change in a molecule’s geometry completely changes its effects on the human body.
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If you want to learn more about this topic, start your googling with:
Enantiomers: Molecules that are mirror images of each other.
Chirality: A geometric property that makes a molecule non-superimposable on its mirror image.
Methamphetamine: A central nervous system stimulant.
Levmetamfetamine: The new name for the left-handed version of methamphetamine, which acts as a vasoconstrictor.
Carvone: A terpenoid found in many essential oils.
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Script Writer: David Goldenberg (@dgoldenberg)
Video Illustrator: Ever Salazar (@eversalazar)
Video Narrator: Ever Salazar (@eversalazar)
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References:
Lodish H, Berk A, Zipursky SL., et al. “The Making or Breaking of Covalent Bonds Involves Large Energy Changes”. Molecular Cell Biology. Section 2:1 (22). Retrieved from: _
Wallach, J. “A Comprehensive Guide to the Clandestine Chemistry of 'Breaking Bad'”
Vice. (2013). Retrieved from: .
Thanks to the following experts for their input and feedback:
Jason Wallach, Vice writer and chemist
Donna Nelson, University of Oklahoma chemistry professor and technical advisor to ‘Breaking Bad’
Adam Braunschweig, CUNY chemistry professor ()
Justin Dragna, University of Texas chemistry professor
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