How count the carbons in 2,3,7,8-Tetrachlorodibenzo-p-dioxin?

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hi guys,

I did some reading into dioxin in light of recent incident in Ohio.
I'm not sure how to count the carbon in this compound, if i start counting from top left or top right, I comes with carbon 2, 3, 8, 9 that bounds with Chlorine atom.

https://www.epa.gov/dioxin/learn-about-dioxin
 
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1. How is 2,3,7,8-Tetrachlorodibenzo-p-dioxin (TCDD) structured?

TCDD is a polychlorinated dibenzo-p-dioxin with a chemical formula of C12H4Cl4O2. It consists of two benzene rings connected by two oxygen atoms and has four chlorine atoms attached to the benzene rings.

2. How many carbons are in TCDD?

There are a total of 12 carbon atoms in TCDD, as indicated by the chemical formula C12H4Cl4O2.

3. What is the molecular weight of TCDD?

The molecular weight of TCDD is approximately 322.9 grams per mole. This can be calculated by adding the atomic weights of each element in the chemical formula (12 carbon x 12.01 g/mol + 4 hydrogen x 1.008 g/mol + 4 chlorine x 35.45 g/mol + 2 oxygen x 15.99 g/mol).

4. How do you determine the number of carbons in TCDD?

To determine the number of carbons in TCDD, you can use techniques such as nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy or mass spectrometry. These methods involve analyzing the molecular structure and composition of TCDD to identify and count the number of carbon atoms present.

5. Why is it important to know the number of carbons in TCDD?

Knowing the number of carbons in TCDD is important for understanding its chemical properties and potential effects on the environment and human health. It can also help in the development of remediation strategies and regulations for controlling its production and use.

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