The instrument used for measuring specific rotation is:
A
spectrometer
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B
polarimeter
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C
lactometer
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D
ammeter
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Solution
The correct option is C polarimeter A polarimeter is used for measuring specific rotation. It measures an angle of rotation caused by passing polarized light through an optically active substance.