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Answer 1

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Answer 2

The first compound CH$_{3}$-CH$_{2}$-CH(Cl)-CH$_{3}$ is a chiral compound .

The second carbon , the carbon attached to the chlorine , is chiral in nature . The compound will show optical activity .

• The IUPAC name of CH$_{3}$-CH$_{2}$-CH(Cl)-CH$_{3}$ is 2-Chlorobutane .

• 2-Chlorobutane is a colorless liquid .
• It is not miscible in water .
• At room temperature , it is a volatile liquid .