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How many ster...
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How many stereogenic centres are there in Lovastatin (Mevacor: a cholesterol-lowering drug)?
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8
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11
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Solution

The correct option is A 8
There are 8 stereogenic centers in lovastatin.
Stereogenic centers are chiral carbons.

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