General, Organic, and Biological Chemistry: Structures of Life (5th Edition)

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Chapter 12 - Introduction to Organic Chemistry: Hydrocarbons - Additional Questions and Problems - Page 483: 12.66

Answer

a. ethylcyclohexane b. 1,2-dibromo-3-chloropropane or 2,3-dibromo-1-chloropropane c. 2,3-dimethylhexane d. 3-chloro-3-ethylpentane

Work Step by Step

1. Identify and count the carbons on the largest chain, giving the appropriate name. 2. Number the chain in a way to get the lowest numbers for the substituents. 3. Name and name the substituents. 4. Add the name of the main chain at the end, with the appropriate prefix. Note: in a, the number of the substituent is not necessary because it can only be in one position.
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