Chemistry-IUPAC Nomenclature

NEET Chemistry IUPAC Nomenclature MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-fact-Easy-Class 11

Which of the following prefixes is considered part of the fundamental name of an alkyl group in IUPAC nomenclature?

A

iso-

B

tert-

C

sec-

D

di-

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

In IUPAC nomenclature, while writing the trivial names of substituents, the prefixes iso- and neo- are considered part of the fundamental name of the alkyl group. The prefixes sec- and tert- do not have this consideration.

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