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For the given compound X, the total number of optically active stereoisomers is


A

4

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B

5

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C

6

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D

7

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Solution

The correct option is D

7


The explanation for the correct answer:

Option (D) 7:

Optically active stereoisomers:

  1. Stereoisomers are isomers that have the same components but differ in spatial orientation.
  2. Optical isomerism is a feature of stereoisomers that causes polarised light to shift plane.
  3. Following optically active stereoisomers are possible for the compound X

Therefore, for the compoundX, 7 optically active stereoisomers are possible.


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