How many monochloro derivatives,including stereoisomers,can be formed in the chlorination of 1-bromobutane?
A)4
B)5
C)6
D)7
E)8

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In the chlorination of 1-bromobutane, there are four possible positions where chlorine can substitute a bromine atom, resulting in the formation of four different monochloro derivatives. However, since the carbon atoms adjacent to the substituted carbon atom are chiral centers, there are two possible stereoisomers for each monochloro derivative. Therefore, the total number of monochloro derivatives, including stereoisomers, is 4 x 2 = 8. Therefore, the correct answer is D, 7.

How Many Monochloro Derivatives,including Stereoisomers,can Be Formed in the Chlorination