Organic Chemistry (8th Edition)

by Wade Jr., L. G.

Published by Pearson

ISBN 10: 0321768418

ISBN 13: 978-0-32176-841-4

Chapter 3 - Structure and Stereochemistry of Alkanes - Problems - Page 93: Problem 3-2 a

Answer

The name of the compound is : $3-methylpentane.$

Work Step by Step

The longest carbon chain has 5 carbon atoms (-pent). There is a methyl ($-CH_3$) substitute at position 3. So, name of the compound is : $3-methylpentane.$

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