Which of the following groups has the highest priority according to the Cahn-Ingold-Prelog sequence rules?
A
CH3
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B
CH2Cl
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C
CH2OH
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D
CHO
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Solution
The correct option is ACH2Cl
According to the Cahn-Ingold-Prelog sequence rules:
Compare the atomic number (Z) of the atoms directly attached to the stereocenter; the group having the atom of higher atomic number receives higher priority.
Sequence of priority is: CH2Cl > −CHO > CH2OH > -CH3