An example of a Socratic prompt in this context could be: "How does resonance theory explain aromatic stability, and how does this compare to molecular orbital theory?" In contrast, a non-Socratic prompt might simply state: "Explain resonance theory." The Socratic prompt encourages the model to critically evaluate multiple perspectives, compare strengths and limitations, and integrate diverse insights, fostering a more comprehensive understanding. By guiding LLMs to engage with opposing viewpoints, dialectic-based prompting empowers them to facilitate balanced exploration and synthesis of ideas, driving meaningful progress in chemistry discovery.