How many structural isomers can a formula of #C_4H_10# generate? Can you account for their normal boiling points of each isomer?

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anor277
Feb 21, 2017

#"Butane"# can generate A PAIR of structural isomers...........

Explanation:

Straight chain #"n-butane"# has a normal boiling point of approx. #0# #""^@C#, #"isobutane"#, #"2-methylpropane"#, has a normal boiling point of approx. #-10# #""^@C#. Can you check these boiling points, and suggest why isobutane should be more volatile?

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