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Organic Chemistry
9th Edition
ISBN: 9781305080485
Author: John E. McMurry
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Chapter 1.4, Problem 7P
Interpretation Introduction
Interpretation:
The reason for the non-existence of an organic molecule with molecular formula C2H7 is to be stated.
Concept introduction:
The number of covalent bonds formed by an atom is determined by its valence electrons to be shared for attaining the nearest noble gas configuration.
To determine:
Why an organic molecule can’t have the formula C2H7?
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