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Which of the compounds with molecular formula C5H10 yields acetone on ozonolysis?

1. 3-methyl-1-butene
2. cyclopentane
3. 2-methyl-1-butene
4. 2-methyl-2-butene

Correct answer: 2-methyl-2-butene

Solution

2-methyl-2-butene undergoes ozonolysis to yield two molecules of acetone due to its symmetrical structure with a double bond at the central carbon.

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