Chapter 2.4, Problem 2.7P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The molecular formula of the given bicycloalkanes has to be written and among the bicycloalkanes the constitutional isomers has to be identified.

Concept Introduction:

Bicycloalkanes:

Bicycloalkanes are alkanes that have two rings which are shared by two carbon atoms.  The shared carbon atoms are called bridgehead carbons, and the carbon chain connecting them is called a bridge.

The general formula of a bicycloalkane is ${\text{C}}_n{\text{H}}_{2n-2}$

Constitutional isomers:

Constitutional isomers compounds having same molecular formula but differ in structural formulas.  These isomers differ in the connectivity of their atoms in the chain or in the kind of bonds they have (single bond, double bond or triple bond).