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Write all the possible isomers of alkane having 7 carbon atoms and write their IUPAC names.

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Since its alkane and 7 carbons are there, the molecular formula is C7H16 as alkane has general molecular formula as CnH2n+2.
Alkane isomers of 7 carbons are:
  • 3-Ethylpentane.
  • Heptane.
  • 2-Methylhexane.
  • 3-Methylhexane.
  • 2,2,3-Trimethylbutane.
  • 3,3-Dimethylpentane.
  • 2,2-Dimethylpentane.
  • 2,3-Dimethylpentane.

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