Q38E - Organic Chemistry (Mcmurry)

Question

Draw and name the eight isomeric alcohols with the formula C₅H₁₂O

Step-by-Step Solution

Answer

Isomers followed as:

Step 1:Isomers

Isomers are molecules with identical molecular formulas but differ in the arrangements of atoms in space.

When molecules have a similar molecular formula and have different atoms in space, the phenomenon is termed isomerization.

Step 2: Isomer of C 5 H 12 O

Isomers of C₅H₁₂O are given below. The compound has the same molecular formula. The only difference is in their structure, that is, by changing the position of the hydroxy group and branching the carbon chain as shown: