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Ch. 3 - An Introduction to Organic Compounds: Nomenclature, Physical Properties, and Structure
Bruice - Organic Chemistry 8th Edition
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Capitolo 3, Problema 11f

Draw the structure for each of the following:
(f) 4-(1,1-dimethylethyl)octane

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Identify the parent chain: The parent chain is 'octane,' which means it is a straight-chain alkane with 8 carbon atoms (C₈H₁₈).
Locate the substituent: The substituent is '4-(1,1-dimethylethyl),' which indicates a tert-butyl group (a carbon atom bonded to three methyl groups) attached to the fourth carbon of the parent chain.
Number the carbon atoms in the parent chain: Start numbering from the end of the chain closest to the substituent to ensure the substituent gets the lowest possible number. In this case, number the chain from left to right so that the substituent is on carbon 4.
Attach the substituent: Draw the tert-butyl group (1,1-dimethylethyl) on the fourth carbon of the octane chain. The tert-butyl group consists of a central carbon atom bonded to three methyl groups (CH₃).
Verify the structure: Ensure that the structure adheres to the IUPAC naming rules, with the correct number of carbons in the parent chain and the substituent properly placed on the fourth carbon.

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