An unknown compound, X has the formula C6H12. (a) Calculate the degree of un-saturation of X. (b)

Question:

An unknown compound, X has the formula C6H12.

(a) Calculate the degree of un-saturation of X.

(b) X reacts with H2 in the presence of a catalyst to form a compound, Y, with the formula C6H14. What information does this experiment provide about the structure of X?

(c) X rotates plane-polarized light, but Y does not. Show structures for X and Y.

Fantastic news! We've Found the answer you've been seeking!

Step by Step Answer:

Related Book For  book-img-for-question

Organic Chemistry

ISBN: 978-0534389512

2nd Edition

Authors: Joseph M. Hornback

Question Posted: