Question

The process of separating a racemic mixture into optically pure $(+)$ and $(-)$ enantiomers is known as :

• A. mutarotation
• B. epimerization
• C. asymmetric synthesis
• D. resolution

Answer 1

The correct option is D resolution

$\text{The process of separating a racemic mixture into optically pure (+) and (-) enantiomers is known as}resolution.$ It can be done by

(a) mechanical separation,

(b) reaction with enzymes,

(c) formation of diastereomers, and

(d) chromatography.

Option D is the correct answer.