(S)-2-hydroxypropanoic acid (lactic acid) is produced in the

Last updated: 8/2/2022

(S)-2-hydroxypropanoic acid (lactic acid) is produced in the fermentation of milk to make yogurt. Some bacteria produce a mixture of stereoisomers and some produce solely the (R)-isomer. (S)-lactic acid. is shown below. Draw the (R)-isomer. Use a dash or wedge bond to indicate stereochemistry of substituents on asymmetric centers, where applicable.