Chemistry-IUPAC Nomenclature

NEET Chemistry IUPAC Nomenclature MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-fact-Hard-Class 11

What suffix is used in the IUPAC nomenclature for straight-chain hydrocarbons?

A

-ene

B

-yne

C

-ane

D

-ol

Correct Answer

Option C

Detailed Explanation

In IUPAC nomenclature, straight-chain hydrocarbons are named with the suffix '-ane' to indicate they are alkanes, which contain only carbon-carbon single bonds.

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