Understanding Isomers of Alkanes

How many isomers does butane have according to the initial trick?

• 3

• 1

• 2

• 4

What is the total number of isomers for octane?

• 28

• 38

• 18

• 8

Which formula is used to calculate the number of isomers for alkanes beyond the first four members?

• N - 2

• N + 1

• 2N - 1

• N^2

How many isomers does hexane have using the formula 2N - 1?

• 3

• 6

• 5

• 4

What is the number of isomers for nonane as calculated using the formula?

• 25

• 40

• 30

• 35