Question

Consider the condensed structure shown.


CH3CHCH2CHCH3


CH3 CH3


Draw the expanded, or complete, structural formula for this structure. Include all hydrogen atoms.

Answer 1

Answer:

$C_{5}H_{10}\:C_{2}H_{6}$

Explanation:

Expanded Structure shows all the atoms and the bonds of the molecule. It is important to remember, each Carbon molecule have four bonds, while the Hydrogen just one. So:

1)$C_{5}H_{10}$

Pentene. 5 Carbon molecules, 10 Hydrogen molecules. It's an isomer, so this organic compound has multiple arrangements.

2) $C_{2}H_{6}$

Ethane. 2 Carbon and 6 Hydrogen Molecules. Check it below.