Optical Isomerism (AQA A-Level Chemistry): Flashcards

Same molecular formula, different structures

Non-superimposable mirror images

Carbon bonded to four different groups

Measures direction & degree of light rotation

Rotates light clockwise, (+)-isomer

Rotates light anticlockwise, (-)-isomer

Light where all waves vibrate in same plane

Chemically & physically identical (except light effect)

One sedative, other caused birth defects

Rotate in opposite directions