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The compound $C_{6} H_{12}$ shows optical isomerism. Draw the structural formula of the compound and name it.

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The optical isomers of the compound with molecular formula $C_{6} H_{12}$ are as shown. The compound is 3-methylpent-1-ene. Third carbon atom is chiral carbon atom.

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