Rate of formation or disappearance of an optically active substance is monitored by:

Correct answer: D. Optical rotation

  • A. Dilatometry
  • B. Refractrometry
  • C. Spectrometry
  • D. Optical rotation

Explanation

Option d is the correct option. Optical rotation is the specific property of chiral (optically active) substances to rotate the plane of polarized light. It is used to quantify the concentration and specific rotation of optically active compounds, making it the appropriate method for monitoring their formation or disappearance.

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