Optical Isomerism Flashcards
1
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Optical isomers:-
A
Compounds whose molecules are non-superimposable mirror images.
2
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Chiral centre:-
A
A carbon atom joined to 4 different groups.
3
Q
NB for drawing diagrams to show optical isomerism:-
A
Always draw 3d diagrams.
4
Q
Chiral compound:-
A
A conpound existing as a pair of optical isomers.
5
Q
Optical isomer properties:-
A
Identical chemical properties except when they react with other things that are chiral.
