The General Formula for Alkanes Is C_nH_2n+2

question 42

Multiple Choice

The general formula for alkanes is C_nH_2n+2.What is the value of n in 2,6-dimethylnonane? How many chiral centres does this molecule have?

• A)n = 9; there are two chiral centres
• B)n = 9; there is one chiral centre
• C)n = 11; there are two chiral centres
• D)n = 11; there are three chiral centres
• E)n = 11; there is one chiral centre

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