Question on: JAMB Chemistry - 2024
How many isomers has the organic compound represented by the formula C₃H₈O ?
A
2
B
3
C
4
D
5
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Correct Option: B
C₃H₈O represents alcohols or ethers. Possible isomers:
- CH₃CH₂CH₂OH (propan-1-ol)
- CH₃CH(OH)CH₃ (propan-2-ol)
- CH₃OCH₂CH₃ (methyl ethyl ether)
Considering only alcohols, there are 2 isomers: propan-1-ol and propan-2-ol.
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