Textbook Question
For each compound shown next (a–d), indicate whether the compound is polar or nonpolar, and whether it is soluble or insoluble in water.
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b.
c. CH3CH2CH2CH2CH3
d.
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15. Aldehydes and Ketones
Naming Ketones
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Which of the following compounds represent 2,4-dimethyl-3-pentanone?
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Identify the parent chain: The name '2,4-dimethyl-3-pentanone' indicates that the parent chain is a pentanone, which means it is a five-carbon chain with a ketone group.
Locate the ketone group: The '3-pentanone' part of the name specifies that the ketone group (C=O) is on the third carbon of the chain.
Identify the substituents: The '2,4-dimethyl' part of the name indicates that there are methyl groups attached to the second and fourth carbons of the parent chain.
Analyze the structures: Look at each provided structure to determine which one has a five-carbon chain with a ketone group on the third carbon and methyl groups on the second and fourth carbons.
Select the correct structure: The correct structure will match the description of having a ketone on the third carbon and methyl groups on the second and fourth carbons of a five-carbon chain.
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