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How many chiral carbon atoms are present in 2,3,4-trichloropentane?

A

4

B

1

C

2

D

3

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The correct Answer is:
C

Number of chiral carbon atoms = two
Chiral carbon atoms or asymmetric carbon atom `Rightarrow` carbon atom bonded to four different atoms or group of atoms in the molecule is called chiral carbon/stereocentre/asymmetric carbon atom.
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