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The molecular formula of diphenylmethane is C13H12. How many structural isomers are possible when one of the hydrogens is replaced by a chlorine atom?

1. 6
2. 4
3. 8
4. 7

Correct answer: 7

Solution

Diphenylmethane has two benzene rings and a central CH2 group. Replacing one hydrogen with chlorine can occur at the CH2 group or at different positions on the benzene rings, leading to 7 distinct structural isomers.

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