Q. Which of the following is an optically active compound?
A) Lactic acid
B) Chloro acetic acid
C) $Meso$-tartaric acid
D) Acetic acid
Explanation
(a)
One asymmetric carbon atom is present in a lactic acid molecule. Hence, it is an optically active compound.
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