Chapter 1.2, Problem 1LTS

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

All the constitutional isomers that have the molecular formula $C_3{H}_{8}O$ have to be drawn.

Concept Introduction:

• Isomers are compounds having same molecular formula but has different arrangements of atoms
• Constitutional isomers have same molecular formula but differ in the way their atoms are connected.

Steps to draw the constitutional isomers

• Valency of each atom that appears in the molecular formula has to be known.
• Atom with highest valency has to be connected first and the monovalent atom has to be placed at the periphery.