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Optically pure 2-butanol has a specific rotation of +13.52 degrees. A synthesized and purified sample of 2-butanol has the observed specific rotation of +6.76 degrees. The correct statement based on this observation is

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  1. Athe sample is completely racemized
  2. B25 % of the sample is racemic
  3. C50 % of the sample is racemic
  4. D6.76 % of the sample is racemic

Correct answer

C. 50 % of the sample is racemic

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