Compound A exhibits optical isomerism and geometrical isomerism. On the structure of A above, draw a line through the bond(s) responsible for geometrical isomerism, and circle every chiral carbon atom.
Give the names of four functional groups found in A.
A molecule of A contains 17 carbon atoms. State how many carbon atoms in A are sp, sp$^2$ and sp$^3$ hybridised.
When A reacts with an excess of hot, concentrated manganate(VII) ions, a mixture of three organic compounds is produced. $A \rightarrow X$ and $Y$ and $Z$. Suggest the structures of Y and Z.
State which spot matches each compound in the chromatogram.
Explain your answers to (b)(i).
What is meant by the term $R_f$ value?