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Differentiate between retention and inversion. |
Answer» Solution : If the relative configuration of the ATOMS/ groups around a chiral centre in an optically active MOLECULES REMAINS the same B efore and after the reaction, the reaction is said to proceed with RETENTION of configuration. on the other hand, if the relative configuration of the atoms/groups around a chiral centre in the product is opposite to that in the reactant, the reaction is said to proceed with inversion of configuration. for example. |
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