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How many distinct terminal alkynes exist with a molecular formula of C₅H₈?

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Answer:
B
Solution:

A terminal alkyne C₅H₈ has the form HC≡C-C₃H₇. The propyl group has exactly two isomers : n-propyl gives pent-1-yne and isopropyl gives 3-methylbut-1-yne. Hence 2 distinct terminal alkynes.

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