Question

Find out the total number of optical isomer in the given compound?

• A. 10
• B. 2
• C. 8
• D. 6

Answer 1

The correct option is A 10

Number of asymmetric C atoms = 4
When the molecule is symmetrical and has an even number of chiral carbons.
Total number of Optical isomers =2n−1+2p−1
where n is the number of asymmetrical C atoms and p=n2
p=42=2
Total number of Optical isomers =24−1+22−1=23+2=10