5. Chirality
Calculations with Enantiomeric Percentages
5. Chirality Calculations with Enantiomeric Percentages
5PRACTICE PROBLEM
A solution of pure (R)-2-bromobutane has a specific rotation of -23.1°. If a mixture of stereoisomers of 2-bromobutane shows a specific rotation of −14°, determine the percentage of (R)- and (S)-2-bromobutane in it.
A solution of pure (R)-2-bromobutane has a specific rotation of -23.1°. If a mixture of stereoisomers of 2-bromobutane shows a specific rotation of −14°, determine the percentage of (R)- and (S)-2-bromobutane in it.