How many stereogenic centers are present in menthol?
A)1
B)2
C)3

Name: How many stereogenic centers are present in menthol? A)1 B)2 C)3
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How many stereogenic centers are present in menthol? 
A)1 
B)2 
C)3

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Menthol has three stereogenic centers, shown as the carbon atoms with asterisks (*):

O
||
CH3       * 
  \     /   \
    *--C--*--C--
  /     \   /
 H        * 
          |
         CH3

each of these carbons is attached to four different groups, making them chiral centers.

How Many Stereogenic Centers Are Present in Menthol