How many asymmetric centers are present in the compound shown below?
A)1
B)2
C)3
D)4

Question

How many asymmetric centers are present in the compound shown below? 
A)1 
B)2 
C)3 
D)4

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

There are 3 asymmetric centers present in the compound shown below, which are highlighted in red circles. These asymmetric centers are carbons that are bonded to four different groups, as shown. The other carbons in the molecule (highlighted in blue circles) are not asymmetric centers, as they are bonded to fewer than four different groups. Therefore, the correct answer is C)3.

How Many Asymmetric Centers Are Present in the Compound Shown