Which Molecule Is Chiral

question 77

Multiple Choice

Which molecule is chiral?

• A)1-pentanol
• B)cyclopentanol
• C)2-methylcyclopentanol
• D)2-methylpentane
• E)More than one of the molecules above is chiral.

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