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Writing Structural and Molecular Formulas for Hydrocarbons

Assuming the carbon atoms in pentane are in a linear chain, write (a) the structural formula and

(b) the molecular formula for this alkane.

These two compounds have “butane” in their name. Are they isomers?

Equation Transcription:

Text Transcription:

H-C-C-C-C-H

H-C-C-H

H-C-C-H

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QUESTION:

Writing Structural and Molecular Formulas for Hydrocarbons

Assuming the carbon atoms in pentane are in a linear chain, write (a) the structural formula and

(b) the molecular formula for this alkane.

These two compounds have “butane” in their name. Are they isomers?

Equation Transcription:

Text Transcription:

H-C-C-C-C-H

H-C-C-H

H-C-C-H

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Isomers are compounds with similar molecular formulas but distinct structural arrangements.

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