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If 'n' represents the total number of asymmetric carbon atoms in a compound, the possible number of optical isomers of the compound is-
ChemistryGeneral Organic ChemistryMHT CETMHT CET 2016
Options:
  • A 2n
  • B n2
  • C 2n
  • D 2n+2
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The correct answer is: 2n
The possible number of optical isomers of the compound is given by 2n where 'n' represents the total number of asymmetric carbon atoms in a compound.

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