Chapter 12, Problem 12.41P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

All the constitutional isomers with molecular formula ${\text{C}}_{\text{8}}{\text{H}}_{\text{18}}$ that contain 7 C atoms in the longest chain with one −CH₃ group bonded to straight-chain should be drawn.

Concept Introduction:

Organic compounds are the compounds that are mainly composed of C and H atoms. The branch of chemistry that deals with preparation, reactions and properties of organic compounds is organic chemistry.

The molecular formula of an organic compound represents the number of bonded atoms with their atomic symbols. The structural formula represents all the bonded atoms with chemical bonds and the arrangement of atoms in the molecule. Constitutional isomers can be defined as the pair of molecules with the same molecular formula but different structural formula.