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  • Isomers of C4H10: Butane and Isobutane Explained
    There are two possible isomers for a hydrocarbon with the molecular formula C4H10. These are:

    * Butane: This is a straight-chain alkane with four carbon atoms.

    * Isobutane (or 2-methylpropane): This is a branched alkane with three carbon atoms in a chain and one methyl group attached to the second carbon atom.

    Here's a simple visual representation:

    Butane: CH3-CH2-CH2-CH3

    Isobutane: CH3-CH(CH3)-CH3

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