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Which of the following molecules can exh...

Which of the following molecules can exhibit optical activity ?

A

1-bromopropane

B

2-bromobutane

C

3-bromopentane

D

bromocyclohexane

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The correct Answer is:
B
`CH_(3)-underset(**)overset(Br)overset(|)CH-CH_(2)-CH_(3)` 2 Bromo butane
This molecule contain 1 chiral centre and molecule having one chiral carbon do not have any type of symmetry so it is optically active
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