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CAPE Chemistry Unit 2 · 2014 · Paper 2 · Question 4(b)(ii)

Compound A is one of two straight chain bromoalkanes which can exist in two isomeric forms having a molar mass of 137.

Explain the nature of the isomerism exhibited by Compound A.

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  1. 4(a)Explain the terms 'primary', 'secondary' and 'tertiary' as applied to halogenoalkanes.[2 marks]
  2. 4(b)(i)Write the name of Compound A.[1 mark]
  3. 4(b)(iii)Draw the structural formulae of the isomers showing the relationship between them.[2 marks]
  4. 4(c)(i)State the name of the compound, B.[1 mark]
  5. 4(c)(ii)Outline the mechanism for this reaction using curved arrows to indicate the movement of electrons.[5 marks]
  6. 4(d)(i)Describe the reaction between a solution of D and aqueous silver nitrate.[1 mark]
  7. 4(d)(ii)Write the equation for this reaction.[1 mark]

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