Chemistry-(general)
NEET Chemistry (general) MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Hard-Class 11
Which of the following statements about hydrocarbons is correct?
A
C4H10 and C5H12 exhibit only chain isomerism.
B
C4H10 can exist in one structural form only.
C
Hydrocarbons are reactive with acids and bases under normal conditions.
D
C5H12 can form three distinct chain isomers.
Correct Answer
Option D
Detailed Explanation
C5H12 can indeed exist in three different chain isomeric forms, as mentioned in the context. C4H10 and C5H12 exhibit chain isomerism, meaning they can differ in the arrangement of carbon chains. However, they are inert under normal conditions, contradicting option C.
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