Question

Which one of the following compounds is capable of existing in a meso form?

• A. 3,3-Dibromopentane
• B. 4-Bromo-2-pentanol
• C. 3-Bromo-2-pentanol
• D. 2-4-Dibromopentane

Answer 1

The correct option is D 2-4-Dibromopentane

Solution

2-4Dibromopentane have two similar asymmetric carbon atoms and also plane of symmetry between them

Compound having two or more similar asymmetric carbon atoms and a plane of symmetry between them is called meso form

The correct option is D