Which among the following defines Meso forms of isomers?
Correct answer: D. It is a single compound
- A. Meso form is optically inactive due to external compensation
- B. The molecules of the meso isomers are chiral
- C. It can be separated into optically active enantiometric pairs
- D. It is a single compound
Explanation
Meso form of isomers are single compounds and their molecules are archiral hence they cannot be separated into pairs.A meso compound or meso isomer is a non-optically active member of a set of stereoisomers, at least two of which are optically active.
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