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Optical activity is shown by a molecule ...

Optical activity is shown by a molecule which

A

Contains at least three asymmetric centres

B

Is asymmetric as a whole

C

Contains a double bond

D

Has a centre of symmetry

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The correct Answer is:
B
Optical activity is shown by a molecule which is asymmetric as a whole. (i.e. plane of symmetry or center of symmetry are absent.)
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