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