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posted by  The VC on 11/9/2007 10:58:14 AM  |  status: Live  

Meso Compounds....

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Organic Chemistry worksheet N/A 1
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Hi,

I was wondering if somebody could explain how to answer this question:

"Does a meso compound contain chiral carbons?  Then why isn't it optically active?"

I would appreciate any help I can get!

Sincerely,

Andrew
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posted by Jfcap on 11/9/2007 12:11:01 PM  |  status: Live
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A meso compound can have a chiral carbon.  A meso compound is achrial, which is not optically active.
 
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