Question

3methyl butan-2-ol structure​

Answer 1

3-methyl-butan-2-ol

• It's molecular formula is C₅H₁₂O or CH₃-(CH₂)₂CH-OH-CH₃

• It is a secondary alcohol that is 2-butanol carrying an additional methyl substituent at position 3.

• It has a role as a polar solvent and a plant metabolite.

• It derives from a hydride of an isopentane.

• It is found in alcoholic beverages.

• It is a flavouring ingredient.

• It is present in apple, cider, grape, honey, wine, orange juice and strawberry.