AIPMT PRELIMS2003Chemistry-Organic Chemistry
AIPMT PRELIMS 2003 Chemistry Stereochemistry MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11
In this reaction: an asymmetric centre is generated. The acid obtained would be:
A
D⁻isomer
B
L⁻isomer
C
50% D + 50% L - isomer
D
20% D + 80% L - isomer
Correct Answer
Option C
Detailed Explanation
The reaction forms a racemic mixture due to the formation of a chiral center, resulting in equal amounts of D and L isomers.
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