Question

identify the correct structure of capric acid (c₁₀h₂₀o₂).
select the correct answer below:
none of the above

Explanation:

Capric acid is a saturated fatty acid with the formula \(C_{10}H_{20}O_{2}\). The structure should have a straight - chain alkyl group with 10 carbon atoms (including the carbonyl carbon of the carboxylic acid group).

• The first structure has a straight - chain with 9 carbon atoms in the alkyl part (excluding the carbonyl carbon).
• The second structure has a straight - chain with 8 carbon atoms in the alkyl part (excluding the carbonyl carbon).
• The third structure has a branched - chain.

Answer:

none of the above