Question

Which of the following is a chiral compound? 

(a) Hexane 

(b) n-Butane 

(c) Methane 

(d) 2,3,4-Trimethylhexane

Answer 1

The correct option is (d) 2,3,4-Trimethylhexane.

Explanation:

Chiral compound contains one or more 'chiral' carbon atom(s). Chiral carbon atoms are usually bonded to four different atoms or group of atoms.