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Standard XII
Chemistry
Stereoisomerism
Which of the ...
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Which of the following α-amino acids does not contain a chiral carbon?

A
Glycine
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Alanine
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C
Phenylalanine
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D
Valine
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Solution

The correct option is A Glycine
Glycine does not contain a chiral carbon.
As two H atoms are attached to the tetrahedral carbon atom. Hence, it is achiral.
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