Chemistry-IUPAC Nomenclature
NEET Chemistry IUPAC Nomenclature MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Hard-Class 11
Which of the following statements about IUPAC nomenclature of hydrocarbons is correct?
A
Saturated hydrocarbons are named with the suffix '-ene'.
B
The IUPAC name for a straight-chain alkane is derived from the number of carbon atoms and ends with the suffix '-ane'.
C
Unsaturated hydrocarbons contain only single carbon-carbon bonds.
D
Compounds with carbon and hydrogen only are classified as alkenes if they contain double bonds.
Correct Answer
Option B
Detailed Explanation
The IUPAC name for straight-chain hydrocarbons, specifically alkanes, is based on their carbon chain structure and ends with the suffix '-ane', as mentioned in the NCERT context.
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