Question

Provide the name(s) for the constitutional isomer(s) with the molecular formula C7H16 that have an unbranched chain. If there is only a single isomer, leave the second space blank.

Answer 1

Step-by-step explanation:

Isomerism is the occurrence of two or more compounds with the same molecular formula but different structures. Isomers with the same molecular formula and belonging to the same homologous series tends to have similar chemical properties but slightly different physical properties as a result of their constitutional (structural differences).

Thus,as the number of carbon atoms in a molecule increases , the number of isomer also increases. In the given question C7H16 is known as heptane which have nine (9) possible constitutional (structural) isomers.

The main objective is to provide the names for the constitutional isomers with the molecular formula C7H16.

In the attached file below; we've shown the possible isomers of heptane (C7H16). and we've identify them by naming them.