Question

how many distinct monochlorinated products can result when methylcyclohexane is subjected to free radical chlorination under UV light

Answer 1

How many distinct monochlorinated products can result when methylcyclohexane is subjected to free radical chlorination under UV light.

Step-by-step explanation:

Consider 1-methylcyclohexane:

Its structure is shown below:

It has primary
`1^o`, secondary
`2^o`and tertiary
`3^o` carbons as shown in the image.

So, the following mono chlorinated product will be formed.