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Title: Predict the specific rotation of the compound shown.
Post by: stoneskin21 on Dec 28, 2018
Predict the specific rotation of the compound shown.




• Because both asymmetric centers are R, the compound is dextrorotatory.

• Zero; the compound is achiral.

• It is impossible to predict; it must be determined experimentally.

• Because this compound represents a racemic mixture, the compound is dextrorotatory.

• Because both asymmetric centers are S, the compound is levorotatory.


Title: Predict the specific rotation of the compound shown.
Post by: brady_ferguson6 on Dec 28, 2018
Zero; the compound is achiral.


Title: Predict the specific rotation of the compound shown.
Post by: stoneskin21 on Dec 28, 2018
Thanks for your help!