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Monte Carlo molecular modeling

Monte Carlo molecular modeling is a type of computer simulation that helps scientists visualize the behavior of molecules like proteins and drug molecules. It uses points or "monte carlos" which are like dots in space. Then, scientists can see how the points interact in 3-dimensional space, like how molecules in the real world move around and bounce off each other. By understanding the behavior of molecules, we can learn more about how different drugs and proteins work in our bodies.