Question

there is a total of seventeen constitutional isomers for the molecular formula c5h13n. draw the skeletal formula of all three constitutional isomers that are tertiary amines.

Answer 1

Amines are derivatives of Ammonia (NH₃) in which atleast one hydrogen atom is replaced by an alkyl group. Amines are further classifies as;

Primary Amines:
                          In primary amines the nitrogen atom is attached to two hydrogen atoms and one alkyl group.

Secondary Amines:
                             In secondary amines the nitrogen atom is attached to two alkyl groups and one hydrogen atom.

Tertiary Amines:
                         In tertiary amines the nitrogen atom is attached to three alkyl groups, hence it has no hydrogen atom.

Below are three isomers of tertiary amines with molecular formula C₅H₁₃N.