Describe the phenomenon of mirror image isomerism (also called optical isomerism). What are the problems with mirror image isomerism when producing drugs? Motivate with examples.

Mirror image isomerism

a– Describe the phenomenon of mirror image isomerism (also called optical isomerism). Your
answer should include the following concepts: chirality, asymmetric center and enantiomer.

b– What are the problems with mirror image isomerism when producing drugs? Motivate with
examples.