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  • 1-Octanol Structure Formula: Definition & Explanation
    The structural formula of 1-octanol is:

    CH₃(CH₂)₇OH

    Here's a breakdown:

    * CH₃: Represents a methyl group at the beginning of the chain.

    * (CH₂)₇: Represents seven methylene groups (CH₂) in a row, forming the main carbon chain.

    * OH: Represents a hydroxyl group (-OH) attached to the first carbon atom, making it an alcohol.

    Here's a more visual representation of the structural formula:

    ```

    CH₃-CH₂-CH₂-CH₂-CH₂-CH₂-CH₂-CH₂-OH

    ```

    This shows the linear arrangement of the carbon atoms and the hydroxyl group at the end.

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