Q27 / 180 · AIIMS 2012 · Chemistry

Which of the following is a chiral compound?

  • A
    Hexane
  • B
    $n$-Butane
  • C
    Methane
  • Correct answer
    D
    2,3,4-Trimethylhexane.

Solution

Chiral compound contains one or more ‘chiral’ carbon atom(s). Chiral carbon atoms are usually bonded to four different atoms or group of atoms. Figure
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Hence, the correct answer is option: 'D'.

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