Which one of the following is the correct name according to lUPAC system for the structural formula given below?
Correct answer: B. 2-Chloro-4-methylheptane
- A. 4-Methyl-6-chloroheptane
- B. 2-Chloro-4-methylheptane
- C. 2-Chloro-4-n-propythexane
- D. 2-Chloro-4-n-propylpentane
Explanation
The prefix "2-chloro" indicates that the chlorine atom is attached to the second carbon atom from the end of the chain.The prefix "4-methyl" indicates that the methyl group is attached to the fourth carbon atom from the end of the chain.The suffix "heptane" indicates that the molecule has a seven-carbon chain. Therefore, option b is correct.
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