Chemistry 9701 · AS & A Level · Hydrocarbons

Hydrocarbons — practice question

Structural isomerism and stereoisomerism need to be taken into account when answering this question. Compound J is treated with KOH dissolved in ethanol. Three isomeric alkenes with molecular formula C$_4$H$_8$ are produced. What is J?

  • ACH$_3$CH$_2$CH$_2$CH$_2$Br
  • BCH$_3$CH(Br)CH$_2$CH$_3$
  • CCH$_3$CH(CH$_3$)CH$_2$Br
  • D(CH$_3$)$_3$CBr

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