What is the best IUPAC name for the following molecule: CH3-CH2=CH-CH=CH2? (Isomer not specified,...
Question:
What is the best IUPAC name for the following molecule: {eq}CH_3-CH_2=CH-CH=CH_2 {/eq}?
(Isomer not specified, so do not include it in the name)
a) 2,4-pentene
b) penta-1,3-diene
c) 1,3-butene
d) buta-1,3-diene
e) 1,3-pentene
IUPAC:
The full form of IUPAC is the International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry. IUPAC gave some rules and regulations for naming an organic compound. IPAC name of a compound is the name given to the compound by following the rules set by IUPAC.
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View this answerThe correct option is (b) penta-1,3-diene.
In {eq}CH_3-CH_2=CH-CH=CH_2 {/eq}, there are 5 carbon atoms in the main chain. The root name...
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Chapter 15 / Lesson 6Learn about IUPAC naming for organic compounds and molecules. Understand functional groups tables, use IUPAC name charts, and see IUPAC name examples.