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The compound 2,3- dichlorobutane exhibit...

The compound 2,3- dichlorobutane exhibits

A

geometrical isomerism

B

diastereoisomerism

C

structural isomerism

D

optical isomerism

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The correct Answer is:
D
The structure for 2,3 -dichlorobutane is

this compound contain two chiral centres (asymmetric carbons) Therefore it exhibits optical isomerism
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