JEE Mains · Chemistry · STD 11 - 8.2 Organic chemistry isomerism
Given below are four compounds:
(a) n-propyl chloride,
(b) iso-propyl chloride,
(c) sec-butyl chloride,
(d) neo-pentyl chloride.
Percentage of carbon in the one which exhibits optical isomerism is:
- A 52
- B 56
- C 46
- D 40
Answer & Solution
Correct Answer
(A) 52
Step-by-step Solution
Detailed explanation
2-Chlorobutane is optically active and chiral molecule Molecular formula \(\Rightarrow C _4 H _9 Cl\) Molar mass \(=48+9+35.5=92.5\) \(\% OC =\frac{48}{92.5} \times 100=51.89 \%\)
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