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Which molecular formula indicates 2-methylpentane?
Options
A C5H12
B C6H14
Correct Answer
C C5H10
D C6H12
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

2-Methylpentane has a pentane parent chain (5 carbons) with one methyl substituent, giving a total of 6 carbon atoms. The formula for an alkane with 6 carbons is C6H14.

Hint

How many carbons are in 2-methylpentane?

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Practice Questions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 1034 of 1999
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