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Stereochemical Relationships in 2-Chlorobutane

Very Hard Organic Chemistry Stereochemistry

Consider the following molecule, 2-chlorobutane, which has two stereogenic centers. The compound can exist as multiple stereoisomers. Given the different stereochemical configurations, analyze the following statement regarding the stereochemical relationship among these isomers:

"The two stereoisomers of 2-chlorobutane are enantiomers of each other." What is the correct stereochemical relationship among the isomers described?

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