Chapter 6.3, Problem 2P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The structure and name of all the monochloro substitution products C₆H₁₃Cl, obtainable in the reaction between 2-methylpentane and chlorine.

Concept introduction:

The hydrogens present in an alkane can be classified into different types depending upon the nature of other groups attached to the carbon bearing them. During substitution reactions, the halogen will get substituted for all types of hydrogens leading to a mixture of monochlorosubstitution products.

To draw and name:

All the monochloro substitution products C₆H₁₃Cl, obtainable in the reaction between 2-methylpentane and chlorine.