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The number of stereoisomers obtained by bromination of trans-2-butene is
ChemistryGeneral Organic ChemistryJEE Main
Options:
  • A 1
  • B 2
  • C 3
  • D 4
Solution:
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The correct answer is: 1
As addition of Br2 is anti and trans-2-butene is used so meso form of 2,3-di-bromo-butane is formed which has 2 chiral carbon atoms.

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