When 2,2-dimethylbutane is subjected to free-radical chlorination, ________ distinct monochlorinated products are possible and ________ of these contain asymmetric carbon atoms.

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2,2-Dimethylbutane can form 4 distinct monochlorinated products because of its structure, which allows for chlorination at different carbon atoms. However, only 2 of these products will have asymmetric carbon atoms, as the chlorination at certain positions introduces chirality.

When 2,2-Dimethylbutane Is Subjected to Free-Radical Chlorination, ________ Distinct Monochlorinated