Q. The (R) and (S) enantiomers of an optically active compound differ in
A) Their reactivity
B) Their optical rotation of plane polarised light
C) Their melting point
D) Their solubility in achiral reagents
Explanation
(b)
The R and S enantiomers of an optically active compound differ in their optical rotation of plane polarised light.
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