A temperature-resistant plastic called poly(phenylene oxide) is a key component of resins such as NorylTM, which is widely used in computer cases and automobile dashboards. The line structure below represents 2,6-dimethylphenol, which is the monomer from which poly(phenylene oxide) is made. What is the molecular formula for 2,6-dimethylphenol?

Strategy First, we can pencil in carbon atoms at the appropriate positions. Then we will add hydrogen atoms as needed. Once all of the atoms have been identified, it will be easy to count them to produce the needed formula.

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