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An asymmetric carbon atom is a chiral centre.

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Asymmetric Carbon:** - An asymmetric carbon atom is defined as a carbon atom that is bonded to four different atoms or groups. This unique arrangement means that the carbon does not have a plane of symmetry. 2. **Defining Chiral Centre:** - A chiral center (or chiral carbon) is a carbon atom that is bonded to four different substituents. This property leads to the formation of non-superimposable mirror images, known as enantiomers. ...
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