MCQ
Optical isomerism arises due to the presence of
  • An asymmetric carbon atom
  • B
    Centre of symmetry
  • C
    Axis of symmetry
  • D
    Plane of symmetry

Answer

Correct option: A.
An asymmetric carbon atom
a
Optical isomerism arises due to presence of an asymmetric carbon atom. There must not be any symmetry elements.

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