Compound a has the formula c9h19cl. b is a c9h19br compound. a and b undergo base-promoted e2 elimination to give the same alkene c as the major product as well as different minor products. c reacts with one molar equivalent of hydrogen in the presence of a palladium catalyst to form 2,6-dimethylheptane. addition of hcl to c yields a as the major product. propose structures for a and b.

(04.05 hc) analyze the given diagram of the carbon cycle below. part 1: which compound does c represent? part 2: name a process that could release this compound into the air. part 3: explain how the elements that form it are conserved during the carbon cycle. use complete sentences to explain your answer. justify how this compound was created from a recycling of carbon in the carbon cycle. use complete sentences to explain your answer.