Question
Chemistry Question on Haloalkanes and Haloarenes
Which of the following is an optically active compound?
A
1-Butanol
B
1-Propanol
C
2-Chlorobutane
D
4-Hydroxyheptane
Answer
2-Chlorobutane
Explanation
Solution
2-Chlorobutane contains a chiral carbon atom and hence is optically active compound.