Chapter 21, Problem 52E

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The skeletal formula of all the possible dichloro substitution product of butane is to be drawn and their IUPAC name is to be determined.

Concept introduction:

Structural isomers are the compounds which have the same molecular formula but different structure. In structural isomers, the arrangement of atoms is different.

Steps to determine the IUPAC name of a compound are:

Step 1: Identify the longest continuous carbon chain and number the carbon atoms such that the substituents attached to the parent chain get the lowest possible number.

Step 2: Identify the carbon number to which the substituent is attached.

Step 3: Identify the substituent or branched group attached to the parent chain.