Deduce the Structure of an Unknown Compound A,C₈H₁₄,from the Following

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Essay

Deduce the structure of an unknown compound A,C₈H₁₄,from the following data.Briefly,but clearly explain your rationale.A decolorizes Br₂/CCl₄,and upon reaction with excess H₂/Ni,affords 1-ethyl-2-methylcyclopentane.When A is subjected to ozonolysis,the following product is obtained.

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