Chapter 11, Problem 11.31E

Interpretation Introduction

(a)

Interpretation:

The number of carbon atoms in the longest continuous chain in the given compound is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

Alkanes are acyclic saturated hydrocarbons. They are also known as paraffin. The alkanes contain singly bonded carbon atoms and hydrogen atoms. The alkanes have general formula ${\text{C}}_n{\text{H}}_{2n+2}$, where $n$ is the number of carbon atoms.

Interpretation Introduction

(b)

Interpretation:

The number of carbon atoms in the longest continuous chain in the given compound is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

Alkanes are acyclic saturated hydrocarbons. They are also known as paraffin. The alkanes contain singly bonded carbon atoms and hydrogen atoms. The alkanes have general formula ${\text{C}}_n{\text{H}}_{2n+2}$, where $n$ is the number of carbon atoms.

Interpretation Introduction

(c)

Interpretation:

The number of carbon atoms in the longest continuous chain in the given compound is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

Alkanes are acyclic saturated hydrocarbons. They are also known as paraffin. The alkanes contain singly bonded carbon atoms and hydrogen atoms. The alkanes have general formula ${\text{C}}_n{\text{H}}_{2n+2}$, where $n$ is the number of carbon atoms.