Chemistry-IUPAC Nomenclature
NEET Chemistry IUPAC Nomenclature MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Easy-Class 11
Which of the following statements about IUPAC nomenclature of alkanes is correct?
A
The IUPAC name for a straight-chain alkane ends with the suffix '-ane'.
B
Hydrocarbons with carbon-carbon double bonds are classified as alkanes.
C
The prefix 'iso-' is not considered in the fundamental name of alkyl groups.
D
Saturated hydrocarbons always contain at least one carbon-carbon double bond.
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The correct statement is that the IUPAC name for a straight-chain alkane ends with the suffix '-ane', as mentioned in the context. Alkanes are saturated hydrocarbons, meaning they contain only single bonds, not double bonds.
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