Which of the following biphenyls is optically active?

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Solution

The correct option is A

The biphenyl compounds having a proper substitution at the ortho-position of benzene rings resulting in steric hindrance. This steric hindrance makes the biphenyl system non-planar and hence optically active compounds.

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