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Interpretation:
The sequence of steps leading to formation of theis opropanol are to be shown, that is, prepared by reacting propylene with sulfuric acid;role of sulfuric acid is to be explained; the structure of an alcoholthat is an isomer of isopropanol is to be drawn; and the chirality of the isopropanol molecule is to be determined.
Concept Introduction:
The carbon atoms in an organic compound are linked to four different groups. This type of linking is known as an asymmetric carbon atom. It is also known as chiral carbon.
All carbon atoms in a compound that is not bonded with four different groups is known as achiral carbon atom.
If two or more compounds have the same molecular formula but different arrangements of atoms in a compound, they are known as isomers.
A graphic representation of the molecular structure ofa chemical compound is known as the structural formula.
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