A-LevelChemistryHalogen derivatives9701/12 · Feb/Mar 2019 · Q231 Mark

Structural isomerism and stereoisomerism should be considered when answering this question. 2-bromopentane is heated with an excess of ethanolic sodium hydroxide. How many different hydrocarbons are produced?

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C: 3

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Topic: Halogen derivatives, A-Level Chemistry (syllabus 9701). Multiple choice, 1 mark.
Source: A-Level Chemistry, Feb/Mar 2019 Paper 1 Variant 2, question 23.

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