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In which of the following molecules carbon atom marked with asterix (*)is a stereocentre or chiral centre? |
The correct answer is option 1. A chiral center is defined as an atom in a molecule that is bonded to four different chemical species, allowing for optical isomerism. It is a stereocenter that holds a set of atoms (ligands) in space such that the structure may not be superimposed on its mirror image. |