Nonsuperimposable Mirror Images Are Called

question 77

Multiple Choice

Nonsuperimposable mirror images are called

• A) structural isomers.
• B) achiral.
• C) diastereomers.
• D) enantiomers.
• E) racemic mixture.

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Definitions:

Trifluoromethanesulfonic Acid

A strong acid often used in organic chemistry syntheses, recognized for its powerful protonating ability.

Methanesulfonic Acid

A strong organic acid featuring a sulfonic acid group attached directly to a methane molecule, known for its good water solubility and use in organic reactions.

Acidic

Having properties of an acid, or a pH less than 7, capable of donating a proton (H+) to another compound.

Increasing Basicity

Describes the trend or sequence in which the ability of a substance to act as a base increases.