Enantiomers Examples
Some Examples of enantiomers include:
1. Lactic Acid Enantiomers:
- L-(+)-Lactic Acid
- D-(-)-Lactic Acid
2. Ibuprofen Enantiomers:
- (S)-Ibuprofen
- (R)-Ibuprofen
3. Albuterol Enantiomers:
- (R)-Albuterol
- (S)-Albuterol
4. Limonene Enantiomers:
- (+)-Limonene
- (-)-Limonene
5. Thalidomide Enantiomers:
- (R)-Thalidomide (teratogenic)
- (S)-Thalidomide (sedative)
6. Enantiomers of Glucose:
- D-Glucose
- L-Glucose
Enantiomers
Enantiomers are pairs of molecules with identical chemical composition but non-superimposable mirror images. They exhibit different optical activities and interact uniquely with polarized light. Their distinctive spatial arrangements around chiral centers result in unique properties, notably in their interaction with light.
In this article, we will learn about the definition of an enantiomer, its properties, various examples of enantiomers, and the difference between enantiomers, chirality, stereoisomers, and diastereomers.
Table of Content
- What are Enantiomers?
- Structure of Enantiomers
- Chirality and Stereochemistry
- R and S Enantiomer
- Enantiomers vs Stereoisomers