Which of the following is true of an asymmetric carbon atom?

A) Only amino acids have asymmetric carbon atoms.
B) A carbon with hydrogens attached at two locations is usually asymmetric.
C) A carbon with hydrogens attached at three locations is usually asymmetric.
D) Asymmetric carbon atoms create stereoisomers.
E) Molecules may have only one asymmetric carbon atom.


Answer: D

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