Multiple Choice

Which of the following has/have asymmetric carbon atom?

A
B
C
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D
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Solution

An asymmetric carbon atom is defined as a carbon within an organic compound that contains four different atoms or groups of atoms (substituents) bonded to it.

SIMILAR QUESTIONS

Haloalkanes and Haloarenes

The formation of an optically active compound from a chiral molecule is called:

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(2R,4S)-2,4-Dichloropentane and (2S,4R)-2,4-dichloropentane are:

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How many chiral compounds are possible on monochlorination of $$2-methyl butane?$$

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2, 3, 4-trichloropentane has three asymmetric carbon atoms.

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The structural formula of cocaine is shown below. How many stereogenic carbon atoms are there in this molecule ?

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Prostaglandin $$E_1$$ 1 is a compound produced by the body to regulate a variety of processes including blood clotting, fever, pain and inflammation. How many asymmetric (stereogenic) centres are present in compound 1?

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