Chemistry 9701 · AS & A Level · Hydroxy compounds

Hydroxy compounds — practice question

When you answer this question, take account of structural isomerism and stereoisomerism. In hot concentrated sulfuric acid, 3-methylhexan-3-ol reacts to produce a number of isomeric compounds with the molecular formula $\text{C}_7\text{H}_{14}$. How many isomeric compounds can be produced in this reaction?

  • A3
  • B4
  • C5
  • D6

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