CHM 235- Chapter 5 (Stereochemistry: Chiral Molecules)

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Isomerism: Constitutional Isomers and Stereoisomers

Two types of stereoisomers

Enantiomers and Chiral Molecules

A chiral molecule: 2-butanol

Chiral molecules and stereogenic centers

Tests for achirality

Plane of Symmetry = achiral

Nomenclature of Enantiomers: The R,S System

Properties of Enantiomers

Specific Rotation – a property of an enantiomer

Specific rotation of enantiomers

Enantiomeric Excess

The Synthesis of Chiral Molecules

Enantioselective Synthesis