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Question
You are given an organic compound having the molecular formula C3H8. Give the name and formula of the compound formed:
when two H atoms joined to the middle carbon atom of C3H8 are replaced by one O atom.
Solution
When two H atoms, joined to the middle carbon atom of C3H8, are replaced by one O atom, propanone is formed. It has the molecular formula CH3-CO-CH3.
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