$C H_{3} - O H | C H - C O O H Δ - \to$
How many optically active (Lactide) product(s) are formed in given reaction?

3

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Solution

The correct option is A $3$
When lactic acid heated, $α$ cyclic diester derivatives are formed called lactides.
So, it exists in total $3$ isomers.

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