Chemistry-IUPAC Nomenclature
NEET Chemistry IUPAC Nomenclature MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-numerical-Easy-Class 11
What is the IUPAC name for a compound with the molecular structure CH3-CH(CH3)-CH2-CH(CH3)-CH2-CH3?
A
2,4-dimethylhexane
B
3,5-dimethylhexane
C
2,3-dimethylhexane
D
3,4-dimethylhexane
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The longest carbon chain has six carbon atoms (hexane). The methyl groups are attached to the second and fourth carbon atoms, resulting in the name 2,4-dimethylhexane.
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