Isomerism and StereochemistryhardNUMERICAL

How many total structural isomers (including both alcohols and ethers) are possible corresponding toIsomerism and Stereochemistry Chemistry Question

Question

How many total structural isomers (including both alcohols and ethers) are possible corresponding to the molecular formula $C_4H_{10}O$?

Answer: 7

💡 Solution & Explanation

The DU of $C_4H_{10}O$ is 0. Saturated acyclic structures include alcohols and ethers. For Alcohols: 1-butanol, 2-butanol, 2-methyl-1-propanol, and 2-methyl-2-propanol (4 isomers). For Ethers: diethyl ether, methyl propyl ether, and methyl isopropyl ether (3 isomers). Total structural isomers = 4 + 3 = 7.

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