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What is the formula for Specific Rotation [α][\alpha] ?

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[α]λT=αobsl⋅c[\alpha]^T_\lambda = \frac{\alpha_{obs}}{l \cdot c} ( ll in dm, cc in g/mL). It is an intrinsic property and constant for a pure substance at a given T and λ\lambda .

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