Which of the following molecules is optically active?

  • A
    $C_6H_5-CO-OH$
  • B
    $CH_3-CH(OH)-C_2H_5$
  • C
    $C_6H_5-CH_2-OH$
  • D
    $C_6H_5-CH(CH_3)-CH_3$

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