Which of the following statements is correct for organic molecules with only hydrogens and five carbon atoms?
A) only a linear carbon skeleton is possible for the molecule
B) only carbon number 1 and 2 can form a double bond between them
C) different positions of double bonds between carbon atoms is not possible
D) the molecule cannot have enantiomers

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Enantiomers are possible only when there is a chiral center, which requires four different groups attached to a carbon atom. In a molecule with only hydrogens and five carbon atoms, there cannot be a chiral center, hence no enantiomers.

Which of the Following Statements Is Correct for Organic Molecules