A-LevelChemistryHydrocarbons9701/12 · Oct/Nov 2022 · Q341 Mark
Structural isomerism and stereoisomerism should be considered when answering this question. 3-methylhexan-3-ol reacts with hot concentrated sulfuric acid to form several isomeric compounds with the molecular formula C7H14. [Figure 34.1] How many isomeric compounds could be formed in this reaction?
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C: 5
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