JEE Main 2023 — Haloalkanes and Haloarenes Question with Solution
JEE Main 2023 (24 Jan Shift 2)
Question
Maximum number of isomeric monochloro derivatives which can be obtained from 2,2,5,5- tetramethylhexane by chlorination is _________
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Show full solutionCorrect answer: 3
Correct answer
3
Step-by-step explanation
The given alkane 2,2,5,5- tetramethylhexane has two types hydrogen, hence, it forms two different structural isomers on chlorination.
Total numbers of isomers are equal to three as second molecule is optically active.
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