The common name of propane 1 3-dioic is_________________?
Correct answer: C. Malonic acid
- A. Oxalic acid
- B. Aromatic acid
- C. Malonic acid
- D. Fumaric acid
Explanation
Propane-1,3-dioic acid has two carboxyl groups on a three-carbon chain, so its accepted common name is malonic acid. Oxalic acid is ethanedioic acid, whereas fumaric acid is butenedioic acid. Students may choose oxalic acid by noticing that it is also a dicarboxylic acid, but its carbon chain is shorter.
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