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Ch. 7 - Structure and Synthesis of Alkenes; Elimination
Wade - Organic Chemistry 9th Edition
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Capitolo 7, Problema 1a

If a hydrocarbon has nine carbon atoms, three double bonds, and one ring, how many hydrogen atoms must it have?
Hint: If you prefer to use a formula, elements of unsaturation = 1/2(2C + 2 - H)
C = number of carbons
H = number of hydrogens

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Start by understanding the concept of elements of unsaturation. This concept helps determine the degree of unsaturation in a molecule, which includes rings and multiple bonds (double or triple bonds). Each ring or double bond counts as one element of unsaturation.
Identify the elements of unsaturation in the given hydrocarbon. The problem states there are three double bonds and one ring. Therefore, the total elements of unsaturation is 4.
Use the formula for elements of unsaturation: \( \text{Elements of Unsaturation} = \frac{1}{2}(2C + 2 - H) \). Substitute the known values: \( C = 9 \) and \( \text{Elements of Unsaturation} = 4 \).
Set up the equation based on the formula: \( 4 = \frac{1}{2}(2 \times 9 + 2 - H) \). Simplify the expression inside the parentheses: \( 2 \times 9 + 2 = 20 \).
Solve for \( H \) by isolating it in the equation: \( 4 = \frac{1}{2}(20 - H) \). Multiply both sides by 2 to eliminate the fraction: \( 8 = 20 - H \). Rearrange to find \( H \): \( H = 20 - 8 \).

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