AIIMS 2018 Chemistry Enantiomers MCQ Question
Enantiomers are pairs of molecules that are non-superimposable mirror image of each other. The figure shows all are enantiomer pairs except A and B.

A & B
A & D
B & D
C & D
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
Option A is correct because it represents a pair of molecules that are superimposable on each other, meaning they are identical rather than enantiomers. Enantiomers are characterized by having chiral centers, resulting in non-superimposable mirror images; thus, pairs B, C, and D all consist of chiral molecules that exhibit this property. In contrast, option A lacks this chirality, confirming that it does not form an enantiomeric pair. Understanding the concept of chirality and superimposability is crucial in distinguishing between enantiomers and identical molecules.
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