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This question is about isomerism and the organic reactions of alcohols.

Heptan-2-ol has the molecular formula C7H16OC_7H_{16}OC7​H16​O.

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Draw the displayed formula of an unbranched position isomer of heptan-2-ol that can be dehydrated to form a single alkene.

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2.

Draw the skeletal formula of a chain isomer of heptan-2-ol that can be dehydrated to form a mixture of alkenes.

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3.

Draw the structural formula of an unbranched functional group isomer of heptan-2-ol.

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4.

Another isomer of heptan-2-ol is an alcohol that is not dehydrated when heated with concentrated sulfuric acid. Draw the structural formula of this isomer.

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Introduction to organic chemistry Questions

  1. A Level
  2. /Chemistry
  3. /Introduction to organic chemistry

21 exam-style questions on AQA A Level Chemistry Introduction to organic chemistry, covering Nomenclature, Reaction mechanisms, and Isomerism. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.

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