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In which of the following properties, the two enantiomers of lactic acid differ from each other?

A
Sign of specific rotation
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Density
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Melting point
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Refractive index
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Solution

The correct option is C Sign of specific rotation
Enantiomers have identical physical properties like melting point, boiling point, density, refractive index, etc.

In sign of specific rotation, the two enantiomers of lactic acid differ from each other. Both enantiomers have opposite signs of specific rotation.

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