The Broadband Proton-Decoupled ¹³C NMR Spectrum of a Hexyl Chloride

question 26

Multiple Choice

The broadband proton-decoupled ¹³C NMR spectrum of a hexyl chloride exhibits five signals.Which of these structures could be the correct one for the compound?

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Definitions:

Ethylethanoate

Also known as ethyl acetate, an organic compound used as a solvent in many applications due to its pleasant smell and quick evaporation.

Methylethanoate

An ester formed from methanol and acetic acid, known for its fruity smell and used in the manufacture of flavors and fragrances.

Ethylmethanoate

A chemical compound more commonly known as ethyl formate, an ester formed from ethanol and formic acid with the formula C3H6O2.