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  4. An optically active hydrocarbon X has molecular formula C6H12. X on catalytic hydrogenation gives optically inactive C6H14. X could be

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Q. An optically active hydrocarbon $X$ has molecular formula $C_6H_{12}. X$ on catalytic hydrogenation gives optically inactive $C_6H_{14}. X$ could be

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Correct answer is (a) $3$-methyl-$1$-pentene

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