Question

consider the molecular formula c₄h₁₀. part 1 of 2 write the condensed formula of one possible alkane with the molecular formula c₄h₁₀

Explanation:

Step1: Recall alkane structure

Alkanes have single - bonds only. For $C_4H_{10}$, there are two possible isomers. One is n - butane and the other is 2 - methyl - propane.

Step2: Write condensed formula of n - butane

The condensed formula of n - butane is $CH_3CH_2CH_2CH_3$. Another possible condensed formula is that of 2 - methyl - propane: $(CH_3)_3CH$. We can choose either.

Answer:

$CH_3CH_2CH_2CH_3$