Open Question
Identify the chiral center(s) in each of the following molecules:
a. 2-Methyl-3-pentanol
13. Alkenes, Alkynes, and Aromatic Compounds
Chirality
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Identify chiral centers in the provided optical isomers.
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Identify the definition of a chiral center: A chiral center is a carbon atom that is attached to four different groups or atoms.
Examine structure (i): Look at each carbon atom to determine if it is bonded to four different groups. The first carbon from the left is bonded to -OH, -H, -CH3, and the rest of the molecule, making it a chiral center.
Continue examining structure (i): The second carbon from the left is bonded to -H, -COOH, -CH3, and the rest of the molecule, making it another chiral center.
Examine structure (ii): Look at each carbon atom to determine if it is bonded to four different groups. The carbon bonded to the -OH group is also bonded to -NH2, -H, and the rest of the molecule, making it a chiral center.
Verify each identified chiral center: Ensure that each identified carbon indeed has four different substituents, confirming their status as chiral centers.
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