Question

In the free radical chlorination of methylcyclopentane, what is the total number of distinct monochlorinated compounds, including stereoisomers, that would be formed?
A) 4
B) 6
C) 8
D) 10

Answer 1

Answer:

B) 6

Explanation:

Methylcyclopentane consist of 3 types of hydrogen which are 1° (primary), 2° (secondary) and 3° (tertiary) hydrogen atoms. In the chlorination of methylcyclopentane, there are four monochlorinated products possible and two stereoisomers.