Draw the correct structure(s) for (2R,3S)‑2,3‑dibromobutane. Show stereochemistry clearly. To ensure proper grading, explicitly draw all four groups, including wedge/dash bonds, around a chirality center. Indicate whether the compound(s):.a. could exist in an optically active form. b. could exist in optically active form. b. cannot exist in optically active form. c. cannot be determined.

b. cannot exist in optically active form

Explanation:

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The correct structure for (2R,3S)‑2,3‑dibromobutane can be seen in the image attached below. Since the compound is a meso compound due to the plane of symmetry. Thus, the compound is achiral. i.e. Compounds that are superimposable on its mirror image. The plane of symmetry is vertical inclined at 90°(i.e. perpendicular) to the page thus goes via the middle of the molecule.

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For cyclohexane compounds drawn in a chair conformation:   -axial bonds are vertical  -equatorial bonds are parallel to two bonds within the ring.  thus, as i assume the chair conformation is drawn:   -the x group is in an axial position, as are the five other vertical bonds.  -three axial bonds are on the top face of the ring  -the other three axial bonds are on the bottom face  the position of the second substituent on each ring carbon is equatorial.  gauche groups must be on an adjacent carbon such as carbon 6 and carbon 2, and also gauche groups are rotated by 60 degrees relative to each other.  drawing the newman projections for c1–c2 and c1–c6 aids in visualizing the groups that are gauche to the y group on c1.  click this link and watch some academic videos that may you more understand the topic