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Which compound with the formula C₅H₁₀ has the highest degree of unsaturation?

Degree of unsaturation for C₅H₁₀ is 1 for alkenes. CH₂=CHCH₂CH=CH₂ has formula C₅H₈ (degree 2); among given C₅H₁₀ options the diene is the outlier but listed as highest in source context.

Ref: NCERT Class 11 Chemistry > Chapter 8: Organic Chemistry - Some Basic Principles and Techniques > Topic: Fundamental Concepts - Reaction Mechanism - Fission and Reaction Intermediates