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Which of the following is an optically active compound?

1. 1-Butanol
2. 1-Propanol
3. 2-Chlorobutane
4. 4-Hydroxyheptane

Correct answer: 2-Chlorobutane

Solution

2-Chlorobutane has a chiral center, making it optically active, as it can rotate plane-polarized light.

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