Consider molecules with the formula C₁₀H₁₆. Which of the following structural features are not possible within this set of molecules? A) 2 triple bonds B) 1 ring and 1 triple bond C) 2 rings and 1 double bond D) 2 double bonds and 1 ring E) 3 double bonds

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A molecule with the formula C10H16 can have a maximum of 4 degrees of unsaturation. Two triple bonds alone would account for 4 degrees of unsaturation, leaving no room for the 10 carbon atoms to be fully saturated with hydrogen atoms.

Consider Molecules with the Formula C10H16

Consider Molecules with the Formula C₁₀H₁₆