SRI VIJAY VIDYALAYA COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCE,

NALLAMPALLI
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M.Sc. ORGANIC CHEMISTRY –I

UNIT-I - STEREOCHEMISTRY
1. Compounds which have different arrangements of atoms in space while having same
atoms bonded to each other are said to have
a) position isomerism b) functional group isomerism c) chain isomerism d) stereoisomerism
Answer:d
Explanation: Stereoisomer his contrasts with structural isomers, which share the same molecular
formula, but the bond connections or their order differs. By definition, molecules that are
stereoisomers of each other represent the same structural isomer.
2. Which of the following can make difference in optical isomers?
a) Heat b) temperature c) polarized light d) pressure
Answer:c
Explanation: An optically active substance is one which can rotate the plane of polarization of
plane polarized light. if you shine a beam of polarized monochromatic light (light of only a
single frequency – in other words a single colour) through a solution of an optically active
substance, when the light emerges, its plane of polarization is found to have rotated.
3. Which of the following Fischer projections is different from the other three?

a) 1, b) 2 c) 3 d) 4

Answer: d
Explanation: When comparing Fischer projections, it is important to recognize that the horizontal
bonds point out of the page, and vertical bonds point into the page. If a substituent is held in
place, and the other three substituents are rotated, the new structure is the same as the original
structure. Holding the phenyl substituent of 4 in place and rotating the other three clockwise gives
1, so these structures are the same.
4. Which of the following terms best describes the following pair of molecules?
a) Isomers
b) Constitutional isomers
c) Configurational isomers
d) Geometrical isomers
Answer: d
Explanation: These molecules have the same molecular formula (C7H14), making those isomers.
However, the molecules differ in their spatial orientations due to a double bond. Therefore,the
molecules can best be described as geometric isomers.
5. What is the r elationship between the two groups in the following molecules?
a) They are equatorial to one another
b) They are axial to one another
c) They are cis to one another
d) They are trans to one another
Answer: d
Explanation: Axial and equatorial are terms that describe the orientation of a single group with
respect to a chair and can therefore be ruled out. The bromine and chlorine are both oriented
downward, on the same side of the chair. By definition, they are cis to one another.

6. What is the stereochemical relationship between the following two molecules?

a) Geometrical isomers
b) Enantiomers
c) Diastereomers
d) Identical

Answer: d
Explanation: Both molecules have the same molecular formula (C9H16BrCl) and the same
connectivity. Each molecule also has three stereocenters, marked above with an asterisk, and
does not contain a plane of symmetry. Therefore, both molecules are chiral. Using one of the
methods outlined in this tutorial, it can be determined that these molecules are superimposable.
Therefore, the molecules are identical.

7. 7. Which of the following is an alkane which can exhibit optical activity?

a) Neopentane
b) Isopentane
c) 3–Methylpentane
d) 3–Methylhexane

Answer: d
Explanation: 3-Methyl pentane shows optical activity as
9. What is the complete IUPAC name of the following substance?
a) (1S,3S)-1-methylcyclopentane-1,3-diol
b) (1R,3R)-1-methylcyclopentane-1,3-diol
c) (1S,3R)-1-methylcyclopentane-1,3-diol
d) (1R,3S)-1-methylcyclopentane-1,3-d iol
Answer: d
Explanation: The IUPAC name will be (1R,3S)-1-methylcyclopentane-1,3-diol, where 1 position
shows R and 3 position shows S.
10. How many stereoisomers’ are there for the following structure?

a) 1 b) 2 c) 3 d) 4

Answer: c
Explanation: In the case of 2,3-dihydroxybutanedioic acid, known as tartaric acid, the two chiral
centers have the same four substituents and are equivalent. As a result, two of the four
 possible stereoisomers of this compound are identical due to a plane of symmetry, so there are
only three stereoisomeric tartaric acids.
11. How many stereoisomer’s of 3-bromo-2-butanol, CH3CH (OH) CHBrCH3, exist?
a) 3 b) 1 c) 2 d) 4

Answer:d
Explanation: 3-Bromo-2-butanol has two chirality centers with different sets of four substituents.
Each chirality center can have either an S or R configuration. For a compound with n
chirality centers there is the possibility of a maximum of 2n stereoisomers. In this case there
is more than one stereoisomer.

12. How many stereoisomers’ of 2, 3-butanediol, CH CH (OH) CH (OH) CH3, exist?

3

a) 3 b) 4 c) 1 d) 2

Answer:a
Explanation: 2,3-Butanediol has two chirality centers but the sets of four substituents on each
chirality center are identical. Each chirality center can have either an S or R configuration.
The (2R,3R) and (2S,3S) compounds are enantiomers of one another, but the structures drawn
as (2R,3S) and (2S,3R) compounds are identical (this is the achiral meso compound), so there
are only three different stereoisomers. For a compound with n chirality centers there is the
possibility of a maximum of 2n stereoisomers. However, if the sets of four substituents on
each chirality center are identical there will be fewer than 2n stereoisomers.
13. What is the complete IUPAC name of the following stereoisomer?
a) (1S)-2-ethyl-3,3-dimethylcyclopentane
b) (1R)-2-ethyl-3,3-dimethylcyclopentane
c) (1S)-1-ethyl-,3,3-diimethylcyclopentane
d) (1S)-3-ethyl-1,1-diimethylcyclopentane
Answer: c
Explanation: The IUPAC name will be (1S)-1-ethyl-,3,3-diimethylcyclopentane, where at 1
position it is S.
14. Which of the following structures represent the same stereoisomer?
a) Only 1 and 2
b) Only 2 and 3
c) 1, 2 and 3
d) Only 3 and 1

Answer: b
Explanation: It is important that you can rotate around carbon-carbon single bonds to make
different conformations, and to rotate molecules in three-dimensions to compare their chirality
chemistry (model kits are often useful). Another way to determine which of these structures are
identical is to determine the configuration of each chirality center. In this case, for each chirality
center the priority of the substituents is -Cl >; -CHClCH3 >; -CH3 >; -H. For example, the
configurations of the chirality centers of compound 1 are both S. However, 1 and 3 are not
identical.
15. How many number of stereoisomer’s possible for 2, 3-pentanediol?
a) 3 b) 4 c) 5 d) 6
Answer:b
Explanation: 2, 3-pentanediol contains two chiral atoms. So, the number of possible
stereoisomers is 4 (22).

16. How many chiral stereoisomers can be drawn for CH3CHFCHFCH (CH3)2?
a) 4 b) 5 c) 6 d) 7
Answer:a
Explanation: CH3CHFCHFCH (CH3)2 contains 2 chiral atoms. So, the number of possible
stereoisomers is 4 (22).

17. Which of the following groups has the highest priority according to the Cahn-Ingold-Prelog
sequence rules?
a) CH3 b) CH2Cl c) CH2OH d) CHO
Answer:b
Explanation: R/S and E/Z descriptors are assigned by using a system for ranking priority of the
groups attached to each stereocenter. This procedure, often known as the sequence rules, is the
heart of the CIP system. Compare the atomic number (Z) of the atoms directly attached to the
stereocenter; the group having the atom of higher atomic number receives higher priority.
18. Which of the following is the definition for enatiomerism?
a) A pair of stereoisomers each of which has two chirality centres
b) A pair of stereoisomers that are not mirror images of one another
c) A pair of stereoisomers that are non-superimposable mirror images of one another
d) Any pair of stereoisomers
Answer:c
Explanation: The relationship between two stereoisomers having molecules that are mirror
images of each other; enantiomers have identical chemical and physical properties in an achiral
environment but form different products when reacted with other chiral molecules and exhibit
optical activity. Pair of stereoisomers that are non-superimposable mirror images of one another
are enantiomers.
19. Which of the following statements is not true regarding pairs of enantiomers?
a) They have identical boiling points
b) They rotate plane polarized light in opposite directions
c) They react at identical rates with chiral reagents
d) They have identical melting points
Answer:b
Explanation: This statement is true. All (+) enantiomers are levorotatory, corresponding to
rotation of plane polarized light in a clockwise direction.
20. Which of the following statements regarding optical rotation is not true?
a) All R enantiomers are dextrorotatory
b) All (+) enantiomers are laevorotatory
c) All (-) enantiomers rotate plane polarized light in a counter clockwise direction
d) (+) and (-) enantiomers rotate plane polarized light in opposite directions
Answer: c
Explanation: This statement is false. Pairs of enantiomers react at different rates with chiral
reagents.
21. Which of the following groups has the highest priority according to the Cahn-Ingold-Prelog
sequence rules?
a) CH3 b) CH2Cl c) CH2O d) CHO
22. Which of the following groups has the highest priority according to the Cahn-Ingold-Prelog
sequence rules?
a) C≡CH b) CH=CH2 c) CH(OH)CH3 d) CH2CH2OH
23. Which of the following groups has the lowest priority according to the Cahn-Ingold-Prelog
sequence rules?
a) C≡CH b) CH=CH2 c) CH(OH)CH3 d) CH2CH2OH
24. Which of the following has the (R) configuration?
a) b) c) d)

25. Which of (a)-(d) shows the same compound as the following?

a) b)

c) d)

26. Which compound is the enantiomer of the following?

a) b)

c) d)

27. Which is the correct assignment of chirality at C2 and C4 of the

following molecule?
a) 2S,4S b) 2R,4R c) 2S,4R d) 2R,4S
28. Which is the correct assignment of chirality at C2 and C3 of the following
molecule?
a) 2S,3S b) 2R,3R c) 2S,3R d) 2R,3S
29. Which of the following compounds is achiral?

a) b) c) d)

30. Which of the following groups has the highest priority in the Cahn-Ingold-Prelog
sequence rules?

a) CH2CH3 b) CH=CH2 c) C≡CH d) C (CH3)3

31. Which of the following groups has the highest priority in the Cahn-Ingold-Prelog
sequence rules?

a) CH2OH b) CH2OCH3 c) CH=O d) CO2H

32. Which of the following groups has the second highest priority in the Cahn-Ingold-Prelog
sequence rules?

a) CH2OH b) CH2OCH3 c) CH=O d) CO2H

33. Which of the following has the (R) configuration?

a) b) c) d)

34. Which of the following has the (S) configuration?

a) b) c) d)

35. Which is the enantiomer of the following molecule?

a) b) c) d)

36. Which is the correct assignment of chirality at C1 and C4 of the

following molecule?

a) 1S, 4R b) 1R, 4R c) 1R, 4S d) 1S, 4S

37. Which of the following three molecules is (are) achiral?

a. I only. b. II only. c. I and II. d. I, II, and III.

38. The reaction which gives exclusively one of several possible isomeric products is called
a) Dynamicselective b) Stereoselective c) Regioselective d) Stereospecific
Answer:c
Explanation: The reaction which gives exclusively one of several possible isomeric products is
called regioselective reaction. Regioselectivity is the preference of one direction of chemical
bond making or breaking over all other possible directions.
39. The reaction that yields predominantly one enantiomer of a possible pair is called
a) Dynamicselective b) Stereoselective c) Regioselective d) Stereospecific
Answer:b
Explanation: The reaction that yields predominantly one enantiomer of a possible pair is called
stereoselective reaction. Stereoselectivity is the property of a chemical reaction in which a single
reactant forms an unequal mixture of stereo isomers during the non-stereo specific creation
of a new stereo center or during the non-stereo specific transformation of a pre- existing one.
40. Stereoselectivity can be exhibited in various degrees.
a) True b) False
Answer: a
Explanation: Stereoselectivity can be exhibited in various degrees like completely stereoselective,
highly stereoselective, moderately stereoselective and so on.
42 The reaction in which stereochemically different molecules react differently is called
a) Dynamicselective b) Stereoselective c) Regioselective
d) Stereospecific
Answer:d
Explanation: The reaction in which stereochemically different molecules react differently is
called stereospecific reaction. Stereospecificity is the property of a reaction mechanism that
leads to different stereo isomeric reaction products from different stereo isomeric reactants, or
which operates on only one of the stereo isomers.
43. Which of the following is an example of regioselective reaction?
a) Debromination of 2,3- dibromobutane b) 2-bromo octane with sodium hydroxide
c) Addition of HI to propylene d) Debromination of meso dibromobutane
Answer: c
Explanation: Addition of HI to propylene is an example of regioselective reaction.
Regioselectivity is the preference of one direction of chemical bond making or breaking over all
other possible directions.
44. Reaction of (±) 2,3- dibromobutane is slower than meso in which the two methyl groups are
a) Skew b) Anti c) Gauche d) Partially eclipsed
 Answer: d
Explanation: Reaction of (±) 2,3- dibromobutane is slower than meso due to higher transition
state in which the two methyl groups are partially eclipsed.
45. Dynamic stereochemistry helps in correlating conformation and reactivity and in stereoselective
synthesis.
a) True b)False
Answer: a
Explanation: Dynamic stereochemistry helps in correlating conformation and reactivity and in
stereoselective synthesis. Stereoselectivity is the property of a chemical reaction in which a
single reactant forms an unequal mixture of stereo isomers during the non-stereo specific creation
of a new stereo center
46. R – C = C – R reacts in the presence of lindlar catalyst to give syn product. This is an example of
a) Dynamicselective b) Stereoselective c) Regioselective d) Stereospecific
Answer:b
Explanation: The above mentioned reaction is an example of stereoselective reaction.
Stereoselectivity is the property of a chemical reaction in which a single reactant forms an
unequal mixture of stereo isomers during the non-stereo specific creation of a new stereo c
enter
47. Under SN2 conditions, on reaction with NaOH, (R)-2-bromo octane gives
a) (S)-2-octanol b) (R)-2-octanol c) Trans-2-butene d)Cis-2-butene
Answer: a
Explanation: Under SN2 conditions, on reaction with NaOH, (R)-2-bromo octane gives (S)-2-
octanol. In SN2 mechanism, one bond is broken and one bond is formed synchronously.
48. Under SN2 conditions, on reaction with NaOH, (S)-2-bromo octane gives (R)-2-octanol. This is
an example of
a) Dynamicselective b) Stereoselective c) Regioselective d) Stereospecific
Answer:d
Explanation: Under SN2 conditions, on reaction with NaOH, (S)-2-bromo octane gives (R)-2-
octanol. This is an example of stereospecific reaction. In SN2 mechanism, one bond is broken and
one bond is formed synchronously.
49. The formula of enantiomeric excess is
a) [(d+l)/(d-l)]*100 b) [(d)/(d+l)]*100 c) [(d-l)/(d)]*100 d) [(d-l)/(d+l)]*100
Answer: c
Explanation: The formula of enantiomeric excess is [(d-l)/(d+l)]*100. It gives the percentage of
excess of an enantiomer.
50. Conformations are different arrangements of atoms that can be converted into one another by
rotation about
a) Covalent bond b) Double bond c) Single bond d) Triple bond
Answer: c
Explanation: Conformational isomerism is a form of stereoisomerism in which the isomers can be
interconverted exclusively by rotations about formally single bonds. Such isomers are generally
referred to as conformational isomers or conformers and, specifically, as rotamers.
51. The energy required to rotate n-butane molecule about the carbon-carbon bond is called
a) Rotational energy b) Torsional energy c) Enantiomeric energy d) Potential energy
 Answer: b
Explanation: The energy required to rotate n-butane molecule about the carbon-carbon bond is
called torsional energy. Torsion energy can be used to solve problems of general relativity
especially the singularity problem.
52. The rotation about the (C2 – C3) carbon-carbon bond of n-butane requires the energy of about
a) 100 kJ/mol b) 50 kJ/mol c) 10 kJ/mol d) 3 kJ/mol
Answer: d
Explanation: The rotation about the (C2 – C3) carbon-carbon bond of n-butane requires the very
less energy of about 3kJ/mol. It requires very less amount of energy.
53. The infinity of intermediate conformations are called
a) Skew conformations b) Staggered conformations c) Eclipsed conformations
d) Gauche
Answer: a
Explanation: The infinity of intermediate conformations are called skew conformations. Three
conformations of cyclohexane, designated as chair, boat, and skew (or twist), are essentially free
of angle strain.
54. The potential energy of n-butane is minimum for
a) Skew conformations b) Staggered conformations c) Eclipsed conformations
d) Gauche
Answer: b
Explanation: The potential energy of n-butane is minimum for staggered conformations. It is
because of no steric hindrance.
55. The potential energy of n-butane is maximum for
a) Skew conformations b) Staggered conformations c) Eclipsed conformations
d) Gauche
Answer: c
Explanation: The potential energy of n-butane is maximum for eclipsed conformations. It is
because of overlapping of functional groups.
56. The relative instability of any of the intermediate skew conformations is due to
a) Lateral strain b) Shear strain c) Longitudinal strain d) Torsional strain
Answer: d
Explanation: The relative instability of any of the intermediate skew conformations is due to
torsional strain. Torsion energy can be used to solve problems of general relativity
especially the singularity problem.
57. In gauche conformations, the methyl groups are
a) 600 apart b) 900 apart c) 1800 apart d) 3600 apart
Answer: a
Explanation: In gauche conformations, the methyl groups are 600 apart. In general a gauche
rotamer is less stable than an anti-rotamer.
58. Both anti and gauche conformations are free of torsional strain.
a) True b) False
Answer: a
Explanation: Both anti and gauche conformations are free of torsional strain. In general a gauche
rotamer is less stable than an anti-rotamer.
59. Gauche conformation is less stable due to
a) Hydrogen bonding b) covalent bonding c) Vander Waal’s repulsion
d) Torsional strain
Answer: c
Explanation: Gauche conformation is less stable due to Vander Waal’s repulsion. Vander Waal’s
are weak forces of attraction which results in lesser stability of gauche conformer.
60. Which of the following is least stable?
a) Anti conformation b) Gauche conformation c) Staggered conformation
d) Eclipsed conformation
Answer:d
Explanation: Eclipsed conformation is the least stable due to its high torsional energy. The
potential energy of n-butane is maximum for eclipsed conformations.
61. Potential energy remains same during the rotation about the carbon-carbon of n-butane.
a) True b) False
Answer:b
Explanation: Potential energy changes during the rotation about the carbon-carbon of n-butane.
The potential energy of n-butane is maximum for eclipsed conformations and minimum for
staggered conformations.
62. What are Stereoisomers?
a) Isomers having a same molecular formula and same configuration
b) Isomers having a same molecular formula but different configuration
c) Isomers having a different molecular formula but the same configuration
d) Isomers having a different molecular formula and different configuration
Answer: b
Explanation: Stereoisomerism is exhibited by isomers having the same molecular formula but
different configuration.
63. What are diastereomers?
a) Molecules with non-superimposable mirror images
b) Molecules with superimposable mirror images
c) Molecules which do not have non-superimposable mirror images
d) None of the mentioned
Answer: c
Explanation: Diastereomers are those stereomers which do not have non-superimposable mirror
images.
64. Which type of compounds cannot exhibit geometrical isomerism?
a) Singly Bonded b) Doubly Bonded c) Triply Bonded d) Cyclic Compounds
Answer: c
Explanation: Triply bonded compounds cannot exhibit geometrical isomerism as the -C=C- bond
in these molecules is linear.
65. In which type of projection we can get staggered and eclipsed conformations?
a) Newman Projection b) Sawhorse Projection c) Fischer Projection d) Wedge Projection
Answer: b
Explanation: A sawhorse projection can reveal staggered and eclipsed conformations.
66. The cis-trans nomenclature is not applicable when
a) The different groups attached to the carbon atom of double bond are same
b) Atleast one of the group attached to each carbon atom is same
c) The different groups attached to the carbon atom of double bond are not same
d) The cis-trans nomenclature is applicable for all compounds
Answer: c
Explanation: The cis-trans nomenclature is applicable when the different groups attached to the
carbon atom of double bond are same or atleast one of the group attached to each carbon atom is
same.
67. In glyceraldehydes, the complete sequence of priority is
a) –OH > -CH2OH > -CHO > -H b) –H > -CH2OH > -CHO > -OH
c) –H > –OH > -CH2OH > -CHO d) –OH > CHO > -CH2OH > -H
Answer: d Explanation: In glyceraldehydes, the complete sequence of priority is –OH >
CHO > -CH2OH > -H.
68 Chiral molecules are those which are
a) Shows geometrical isomerism b) Superimposable on their mirror images
c) Not superimposable on their mirror images d) Unstable molecules
Answer: c
Explanation: Chiral molecules are those which are not superimposable on their mirror images.
The presence of an asymmetric carbon atom is one of several structural features that induce
chirality in organic and inorganic molecules.
69. Which of the following is not an example of chiral object?
a) Cylindrical helix b) Square box c) Sandal or shoe d) Glove
Answer: b
Explanation: A square box is not chiral as it gives super-imposable mirror image. All the other
mentioned options does not give the super-imposable mirror images.
70 If the rotation of the plane is clockwise, the substance is dextrorotatary.
a) True b) False
Answer: a
Explanation: If the rotation of the plane is clockwise, the substance is dextro rotatary. And if the
rotation of the plane is anti-clockwise, the substance is leavo rotatary.
71 Chiral molecules which are non-super-imposable mirror images of each other are called
a) Diastereomers b) Meso compounds c) Racemic mixture d) Enantiomers
Answer: d
Explanation: Chiral molecules which are non-superimposable mirror images of each other are
called enantiomers. Enantiomer members often have different chemical reactions with other
enantiomer substances.
72 Select the correct statement from the following option.
a) Enantiomer rotate plane of polarised light in opposite direction and to different extent
b) Enantiomer rotate plane of polarised light in same direction but to different extent
c) Enantiomer rotate plane of polarised light in same direction and to same extent
d) Enantiomer rotate plane of polarised light in opposite direction but to same extent
 Answer: d
Explanation: Enantiomer rotate plane of polarised light in opposite direction but to same extent.
Enantiomer members often have different chemical reactions with other enantiomer substances.
72 Diastereomers are
a) Geometrical isomers b) Mirror images c) Non-mirror images d) Unstable molecules
Answer: c
Explanation: Diastereomers are not mirror images of each other. Diastereomerism occurs when
two or more stereo isomers of a compound have different configurations at one or more of the
equivalent stereo centers and are not mirror images of each other.
73 Which statement about a chiral compound A is incorrect?
a) A racemate contains equal amounts of (+)-A and (–)-A
b) If A is resolved, it is separated into its enantiomers
c) (+)-A can also be labelled R-A, because (+) means the same as R
d) (+)-A and (–)-A will rotate polarized light equally but in opposite directions
Answer: c
Explanation: Follow the direction of the remaining 3 priorities from highest to lowest priority
(lowest to highest number, 1<2<3). A clockwise direction is an R (rectus, Latin for right)
configuration. A dextrorotary compound is often prefixed “(+)-” or “d-“
74 Which of the following is the definition of chirality?
a) The superimposability of an object on its mirror image
b) A molecule with a mirror image
c) The non-superimposability an object on its mirror image
d) A molecule that has a carbon atom with four different substituents
Answer: c
Explanation: Chirality is not restricted to molecules. While it is common for the presence of a
carbon atom in a molecule with four different substituents to be the origin of chirality of a
compound, it is not a requirement for chirality.
75 Which of the following compound(s) is/are chiral?
a) Only A and B
b) Only B
c) Only B and C
d) Only A
Answer:d
Explanation: Chiral molecules are non-superimposable on their mirror images. A good way to
determine whether a molecule is chiral is to determine whether it has a plane of symmetry. A
molecule with a plane of symmetry is achiral (not chiral). Molecule 1 does not have a plane of
symmetry so it is chiral. Molecules 2 and 3 both have planes of symmetry, so theyare not
chiral.
76. The given compound is a chiral molecule.
a) True b) False
Answer: b
Explanation: In order for a molecule to be chiral, it must not be superimposable on its mirror
image. Molecules with a plane of symmetry or a center of symmetry do not meet this criterion.
This molecule is having plane of symmetry, it is an achiral molecule.
77. The given compound is a chiral molecule.
a)True b) False

Answer: a
Explanation: In order for a molecule to be chiral, it must not be superimposable on its mirror
image. Molecules with a plane of symmetry or a center of symmetry do not meet this criterion.
This molecule is not having any symmetry element, it is a chiral molecule.

78. Which of the following compound(s) is/are achiral?

a) I b) II c) III d)I and II

Answer: a
Explanation: In order for a molecule to be chiral, it must not be superimposable on its mirror
image. Molecules with a plane of symmetry or a center of symmetry do not meet this criterion.
Molecule II and III are not having symmetry element, they are chiral molecule. Molecule ‘I’ is
having plane of symmetry, it is an achiral atom.

79. Which of the following compound(s) is/are chiral?

a) I b) II c) III d) I and II

Answer: d
Explanation: In order for a molecule to be chiral, it must not be super imposable on its mirror
image. Molecules with a plane of symmetry or a center of symmetry do not meet this criterion.
Molecule I and II are not having plane of symmetry, they are chiral molecule. Molecule ‘III’ is
having plane of symmetry, it is an achiral atom.
80. Which of the following is/are the S-enantiomer of alanine?
a) Only 1 b) Only 2 c) 1 and 3 d) 2 and 3

Answer: d
Explanation: 1 and 3 have an S configuration, but 2 has an R configuration. The priority of the
substituents on the chirality center of alanine is: -NH2 > -COOH > -CH3 > -H.
81. Would the following compound have an enantiomer?
a) True b) False
Answer: a
Explanation: Yes, this compound has enantiomer because of the steric
bulk of the phenyl groups, the molecule would be held in place.

82. Is the molecule shown below chiral or achiral?

a) achiral b) Chiral c) Both a & b