Interpreting Molecular Formulas of Hydrocarbons
Ten hydrocarbon structural formulas are drawn below (A through J). All these hydrocarbons have eight carbon atoms. You should be able to answer the following questions without counting the individual hydrogen atoms in each formula.
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Enter letters (Athrough J), corresponding to your
selections, in each answer box.
Do not enter superfluous characters, since they will be counted as incorrect answers.
1. Which compounds have the molecular formula C8H14?...
2. Which compounds have the molecular formula C8H12?...
3. Which compounds have the molecular formula C8H10?...
4. Which compounds have the molecular formula C8H8?.....
5. Which compound(s) have the greatest unsaturation?.......