A Particular Reaction Produces the Following Two Alcohols in a Ratio

question 14

Multiple Choice

A particular reaction produces the following two alcohols in a ratio of 95:5. The enantiomeric excess (% ee) is:

• A) 100
• B) 95
• C) 90
• D) 85
• E) None of the above.

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Unknown Quantities

Variables in mathematical equations or problems that are not yet determined or are to be solved for.

Proportion

A part, share, or number considered in comparative relation to a whole, often expressed as a fraction or percentage.

Unknown Quantities

Variables or values in mathematics and science that are not known and need to be solved for in an equation or experiment.

Proportion

A statement that two ratios or fractions are equal.