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Which is a chiral molecule?

1. 2,2-dimethylbutanoic acid
2. 4-methylpentanoic acid
3. 3-methylpentanoic acid
4. 3,3-dimethylbutanoic acid

Correct answer: 3-methylpentanoic acid

Solution

A chiral molecule must have a carbon atom bonded to four different groups. In 3-methylpentanoic acid, the carbon at position 3 is attached to four distinct groups, making it chiral.

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