Which of the following compounds has more than three structural isomers?

C_{2} H_{4}

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C_{3} H_{4}

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C_{4} H_{10}

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C_{5} H_{12}

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C_{5} H_{14}

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Solution

The correct option is D $C_{5} H_{12}$
Three isomers of pentane are: 2-methyl butane, 3-methyl butane and 2,2-dimethyl propane. Saturated hydrocarbon with less than five carbon can not form three isomers.

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