Chemistry 2012 Student Edition (hard Cover) Grade 11
Chemistry 2012 Student Edition (hard Cover) Grade 11
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ISBN: 9780132525763
Author: Prentice Hall
Publisher: Prentice Hall
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Chapter 22, Problem 1STP
Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: To give the name for the given structural formula.

Concept Introduction: Structural formulas are used to give the structures for the compounds. It helps in telling the exact number of atoms that are present in a compound along with functional groups if present.

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Answer to Problem 1STP

Correct answer: The name for the given structural formula is 2,4-dimethylpentane.

Explanation of Solution

Reason for correct option: The structural formula for the given compound is as follows:

  Chemistry 2012 Student Edition (hard Cover) Grade 11, Chapter 22, Problem 1STP

The parent chain is comprised of five carbon atoms thus pentane. There is the substitution of two methyl groups of second and fourth carbon atoms. Therefore, the name for the compound is 2,4-dimethylpentane.

Conclusion

Reasons for incorrect options: The correct name for the given compound is 2,4-dimethylpentane. Thus all the other options stand incorrect.

Chapter 22 Solutions

Chemistry 2012 Student Edition (hard Cover) Grade 11

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