JEE Mains · Chemistry · STD 12 - 6. Haloalkanes and Haloarenes
Observe structures of the following compounds \([Image]\) The total number of structures/compounds which possess asymmetric carbon atoms is \(....\)

- A \(1\)
- B \(2\)
- C \(3\)
- D \(5\)
Answer & Solution
Correct Answer
(C) \(3\)
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Number of compounds containing asymmetric carbons are three.
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