If Pairs of Enantiomers Are Only Counted Once, How Many

question 8

Multiple Choice

If pairs of enantiomers are only counted once, how many different aldehydes have the molecular formula C₅H₁₀O?

• A) 2
• B) 3
• C) 4
• D) 5

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