JEE Mains · Chemistry · STD 11 - 8.2 Organic chemistry isomerism
Number of optical isomers possible for \(2\) - chlorobutane _______.
- A \(2\)
- B \(4\)
- C \(6\)
- D \(8\)
Answer & Solution
Correct Answer
(A) \(2\)
Step-by-step Solution
Detailed explanation
There is one chiral centre present in given compound. So, Total optical isomers \(=2\)
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