The compound (A) is 2-bromo-pentane. See attached picture for the chemical diagram.
Explanation:
2-bromo-pentane (A) reacts with bromine (Br₂) under UV light to form 2,2-dibromopentane and HBr. Also 2-bromo-pentane (A) reacts with NaSH to from pentane-2-thiol, which have an asimetric carbon, and NaBr.
You may find the chemical reactions and diagrams of the compounds in the attached picture.
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structure of organic compounds
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