Chapter 11, Problem 11.38E

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The condensed structural formulas for each of the three structural isomers of ${\text{C}}_{\text{5}}{\text{H}}_{\text{12}}$ are to be drawn. The IUPAC name for each of the three structural isomers is to be given.

Concept introduction:

The condensed structural formula of the compound represents the arrangement of atoms by showing specific covalent bonds. The expanded structural formula represents the arrangement of atoms by showing all the covalent bonds. The molecular formula represents the atoms and their subscript represents the number of atoms without showing any covalent bonds.