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Grade 12th pass10 grade science

What is the difference between isopentane and neopentane structures? A.) Iso has one CH3 group and neo has two CH3 on the C atom next to end C atom. B.) lso has two CH3 group and neo has two CH3 on the C atom next to end C atom. C.) Iso has two CH3 group and neo has three CH3 on the C atom next to end C atom D.) None of the above.

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4 Years agoGrade 12th pass
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Profile image of Yash Patari
4 Years ago
Dear student
Isopentane is a compound having 5 carbon atoms with only a single branched chain. Neopentane is a compound which has 5 carbon atoms with two or more than two branched chains. ... On the other hand, neopentane contains four methyl groups attached to a carbon atom at its centre.
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