Haloalkanes and Haloarenes - Result Question 6
####6. Which of the following acids does not exhibit optical isomerism?
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(a) Maleic acid
(b) $\alpha$-amino acids
(c) Lactic acid
(d) Tartaric acid
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Solution:
- (a)
maleic acid
(Trans)
It shows geometrical isomerism but does not show optical isomerism.