Can one predict whether a compound with a single chiral center is dextro- or levorotatory based on the R/S assignment at this chiral carbon? Provide a detailed explanation for the reasoning behind your answer.

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Can one predict whether a compound with a single chiral center is dextro- or levorotatory based
on the R/S assignment at this chiral carbon? Provide a detailed explanation for the reasoning
behind your answer.
Transcribed Image Text:L-DOPA Question 2 Can one predict whether a compound with a single chiral center is dextro- or levorotatory based on the R/S assignment at this chiral carbon? Provide a detailed explanation for the reasoning behind your answer.
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