Chemistry 0620 · IGCSE · Formulae, functional groups and terminology

Formulae, functional groups and terminology — practice question

The displayed diagram shows the structure of ester Y.
(a(i))[1]

Name ester Y.

(a(ii))[1]

Deduce the empirical formula of ester Y.

(b)[3]

Complete the dot-and-cross diagram to show how the electrons are arranged in a molecule of ester Y.

(c)[4]

Ester Y is formed when two organic compounds react together. Name the compounds and draw their structures. Include every atom and every bond.

(d(i))[2]

Describe what the term structural isomer means.

(d(ii))[1]

Name a carboxylic acid that is a structural isomer of ester Y.

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