Q2 / 160 · AP EAMCET 2011 · Chemistry

Which one of the following exhibits enantiomerism?

  • A
    $\mathrm{BrCH}_2-\mathrm{CH}_2-\mathrm{CH}_2-\mathrm{CH}_2 \mathrm{Br}$
  • Correct answer
    B
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  • C
    $\mathrm{H}_3 \mathrm{C}-\mathrm{CH}_2-\mathrm{CH}_2-\mathrm{CH}_2 \mathrm{Br}$
  • D
    $\mathrm{H}_3 \mathrm{C}-\mathrm{CH}_2-\mathrm{CBr}_2-\mathrm{CH}_3$

Solution

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compound contains a chiral centre or an asymmetric carbon atom therefore, it is optically active compound and hence this compound exhibits enantiomerism.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'B'.

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