Question

Which statement is incorrect about the following reaction ?

$\xrightarrow { \mathrm { OD } ^ { \Theta } / \mathrm { D } _ { 2 } \mathrm { O } \text { (excess) } }$

• A. It undergoes racemisation
• B. It undergoes D-exchange at asymmetric C* atom
• C. Rate of racemisation is equal to rate of D-exchange
• D. The product is laevorotatory

Answer 1

Answer: (D)

The product is laevorotatory

Answer 2

$( \pm )$ Product

Here enolisation, racemisation and D-exchange are taking place.