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A-LevelChemistryIntroduction to organic chemistry9701/12 · Feb/Mar 2022 · Q361 Mark

What is the least number of carbon atoms in a non-cyclic alkane molecule that has a chiral centre?

A7
B8
C9
D10

✓ Correct answer

A: 7

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Introduction to organic chemistry, A-Level Chemistry (syllabus 9701). Multiple choice, 1 mark.
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A-Level Chemistry, Feb/Mar 2022 Paper 1 Variant 2, question 36.

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