EBK ORGANIC CHEMISTRY
EBK ORGANIC CHEMISTRY
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ISBN: 8220103151757
Author: LOUDON
Publisher: MAC HIGHER
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Chapter 25, Problem 25.7P
Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The reason why the given chiral phosphate ester cannot be isolated in an optically active form is to be explained.

Concept Introduction:

A chiral atom is one which is attached to four different atoms or groups of atoms. In phosphate esters, the central phosphorus atom is chiral but if there is resonance and rapid movement of protons, then the chiral species cannot be isolated.

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