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Chirality & SymmetryStereochemistry

Is the molecule CH3CHDOHCH_3-CHD-OH chiral?

Expert Answer

Yes. Deuterium (D) and Hydrogen (H) are different groups by CIP rules ( D>HD > H ), creating a chiral center.

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