Question
Chemistry Question on Isomerism
The process of separation of a racemic modification into d and l-enantiomers is called
A
resolution
B
dehydration
C
revolution
D
dehydrohalogenation
Answer
resolution
Explanation
Solution
The process of separation of a racemic mixture
into d- or i-forms (enantiomers) is called resolution.
The racemic mixture of enantiomers is resolved by
treating with an enantiomers of some chiral
compound. The products are diastereomers which
can be separated by usual methods such as
recrystallisation, chromatography, etc