Question
Chemistry Question on Organic Chemistry- Some Basic Principles and Techniques
Which one of the following acids does not exhibit optical isomerism?
A
Lactic acid
B
Tartaric acid
C
Maleic acid
D
a-amino acids
Answer
Maleic acid
Explanation
Solution
Maleic acid shows geometrical isomerism not optical isomerism.
So, the correct option is (C): Maleic acid.