How Many Optically Active Stereoisomers Are Possible For Butane-2, 3-diol?

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Question

How many optically active stereoisomers are possible for butane-2, 3-diol?

Solution

Correct option is

2

I and II are optically active while III is optically inactive (meso form).

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