I’ve now resolved the reaction flow. The arrow from butane (C4H10) to nitrobutane (C4H9NO2) is clear. For each reaction in subquestion (1), I'll present the structural formulas, like:
CH3-CH3 + Br2 → CH3-CH2-Br + HBr, and so on.
For 2-methylpentane's chlorination, I’ll show structure like CH3-CH(CH3)-CH2-CH2-CH3 + Cl2 → CH3-CH(CH3)-CH2-CH2-CH2Cl.
I’ll make sure it matches the expectations for using structural chains.
Considering radical halogenation and reactions
For halogenation, I’m thinking the teacher may not focus too much on the mixture of isomers, so I’ll choose substitution at the tertiary position for clarity. With 2-methylpentane, substitution happens at C2, giving 2-chloro-2-methylpentane. I'll show the structural equations for chlorination, combustion (with O2), and nitration (with HNO3) reactions.
Considering Wurtz reaction for 2,4-dimethylpentane
For the Wurtz reaction, I’ll focus on substitution at the tertiary position. The target is 2,4-dimethylpentane, which has the carbon skeleton: CH3-CH(CH3)-CH2-CH(CH3)-CH3. The Wurtz reaction couples two haloalkanes to make this 7-carbon alkane (C7H16), though there could be side products. I'll focus on symmetrical products.
Choosing appropriate bond for Wurtz reaction
To form the branched C7 skeleton, we'll explore pairs of haloalkanes (such as 2-bromopropane, 2-bromobutane), following the Wurtz reaction. We're seeking a C-C bond in 2,4-dimethylpentane that yields simple, reasonable starting haloalkanes, possibly cutting between C3 (CH2) and C4 (CH). I'll check the options.
Confirming Wurtz reaction coupling for 2,4-dimethylpentane
I am analyzing the cleavage of 2,4-dimethylpentane considering potential Wurtz reaction paired halides. Cutting between the C3 (CH2) and C4 (CH) bonds gives fragments for isobutyl and isopropyl groups. After joining, the resulting molecules form 2,4-dimethylpentane, confirming the structure.
Summarizing reaction steps for 2,4-dimethylpentane synthesis
The reaction involves several steps using bromoalkanes: