Chapter 6, Problem 36E

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The structural formula of the hydrocarbon with the formula ${\text{C}}_3{\text{H}}_8$ is to be drawn.

Concept Introduction:

Hydrocarbons are the organic compounds which contain only carbon and hydrogen atoms.

The structural formula is a two-dimensional representation of a compound, which gives the information about the atoms that are bonded together and the atoms that are not.

Alkanes are the saturated hydrocarbons in which all the carbon atoms are attached through single bonds.

The general molecular formula for the alkane is ${\text{C}}_n{\text{H}}_{2n+2}$.