(a)
Interpretation:
The line structure of thiol should be drawn.
Concept Introduction:
Thiols:
The general structure of thiol is
The arrangement of the atoms is explained by the graphical representation of molecular structure of chemical compound.
(b)
Interpretation:
The disulfides should be drawn from the oxidation reaction of 2-pentanethiol.
Concept Introduction:
Thiols:
The general structure of thiol is
Oxidation of thiols:
Thiol undergoes oxidation using
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