Chemistry - STEREO ISOMERISM Question with Solution | TestHub
The R and S enantiomers of an optically active compound differ in :-
Options:(select one or more)
Answer:
Solution:
Question Explanation:
The question asks which property differs between R and S enantiomers of an optically active compound.
Concept:
This question is based on enantiomerism, optical activity, and the behavior of chiral molecules in chiral
and achiral environments.
Solution:
Enantiomers have identical physical and chemical properties in an achiral environment (same melting
point, boiling point, solubility, and reactivity with achiral reagents).
They differ in:
Direction of rotation of plane-polarized light (equal magnitude, opposite direction).
Reactivity with chiral reagents (forms diastereomeric products with different properties).
So
1. Reactivity with chiral reagents → Different
2. Melting points → Same
3. Optical rotation of plane polarized light →Different
4. Solubility in achiral reagents → Same
Final Answer: Options (A and C)