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Chapter 26: Problem 11

Draw structural formulas for all the isomers of \(\mathrm{C}_{7} \mathrm{H}_{16}\).

Short Answer

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The possible isomers of \(C_7H_{16}\) include a linear structure (heptane), as well as numerous branched structures.

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01

Drawing linear structure

Begin by drawing the linear structure of heptane. This structure consists of a straight chain of seven carbon atoms, with each carbon atom bonded to as many hydrogen atoms as needed to reach a total of four bonds per carbon.
02

Drawing branched structures

Next, draw the structures that result from moving a methyl group (\(CH_3\)) from the end of the chain to an internal carbon. Start by moving the methyl group to carbon 2, then to carbon 3, and finally to carbon 4.
03

Formulating Additional Complex Isomers

For more complex isomers, try incorporating ethyl groups (\(C_2H_5\)) or propyl groups (\(C_3H_7\)) in the structure. This requires shifting around multiple hydrogen atoms and possibly multiple carbon atoms. The possibilities are numerous, and the goal should be a comprehensive set of possible structures. It is important to check each structure to make sure that it doesn't resemble any previously drawn structures, and each carbon atom should have four bonds.

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