Interpretation: To give the number of carbon atoms in the given molecule.
Concept Introduction: Structural formulas are used to give the structures for the compounds. It helps in telling the exact number of atoms that are present in a compound along with
Answer to Problem 3STP
Correct answer: The number of carbon atoms in the given molecule is 12.
Explanation of Solution
Reason for the correct option:
The structural formula for 4,5-diethylocatne is represented as follows:
The total number of carbon atoms in 4,5-diethyloctane is 12. Therefore, the molecular formula for this molecule is
Reasons for incorrect options: In 4,5-diethyloctane, the number of carbon atoms is 12. Thus, all other options stand incorrect.
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