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Compound F has the molecular formula C5H8 and is optically active. On catalytic
Chapter 5, Problem 5.44(choose chapter or problem)
QUESTION:
Compound F has the molecular formula \(C_5H_8\) and is optically active. On catalytic hydrogenation F yields G (\(C_5H_{12}\)) and G is optically inactive. Propose structures for F and G.
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QUESTION:
Compound F has the molecular formula \(C_5H_8\) and is optically active. On catalytic hydrogenation F yields G (\(C_5H_{12}\)) and G is optically inactive. Propose structures for F and G.
ANSWER:Step 1 of 3
The molecular formula of the F compound -
And it could be an allene or an alkyne.
The general molecular formula of this alkyne is .