The Specific Rotation of Optically Pure (R)-C₆H₅CHOHCH₃ Is -42

question 69

Multiple Choice

The specific rotation of optically pure (R) -C₆H₅CHOHCH₃ is -42.3°.An optically pure sample of (R) -C₆H₅CHClCH₃ was converted into the corresponding alcohol via an S_N2 reaction.What is the specific rotation of the product?

• A)-42.3°
• B)between 0° and -42.3°
• C)between +42.3° and 0°
• D)+42.3°

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