JEE Main 2022 · 30 Jul · Shift 2 · Chemistry Q59

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The number of isomeric compounds (structural isomers only) possible with the molecular formula C $_5$ H $_{10}$ O $_2$ , which do not react with metallic sodium is _______.

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Official answer: 9

No O-H, so esters only. Formates $\mathrm{HCOOC_4H_9}$ : 4; acetates $\mathrm{CH_3COOC_3H_7}$ : 2; propanoate $\mathrm{C_2H_5COOC_2H_5}$ : 1; butanoates $\mathrm{C_3H_7COOCH_3}$ : 2. Total 9.

Answer: 9

Topics:Structural isomerism Acid derivatives

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JEE Main 2022 · 30 Jul · Shift 2, Chemistry question 59