A pair of enantiomers is possible for _______ isomer of 2,2-dibromobicyclo [2.2.1] heptane.

cis

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trans

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both cis and trans

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none of the above

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Solution

The correct option is A cis
Only one pair of enantiomers is possible for cis-2,2-dibromobicyclo [2.2.1] heptane. The trans arrangement of one carbon bridges is structurally impossible. Such a molecule would have too much strain.

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