What is the IUPAC name for the compound with the formula C4H10O?

Practice Questions

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What is the IUPAC name for the compound with the formula C4H10O?
  1. Butanol
  2. Butanal
  3. Ethyl methyl ether
  4. Tert-butanol

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

What is the IUPAC name for the compound with the formula C4H10O?
  • Step 1: Identify the molecular formula C4H10O. This means the compound has 4 carbon atoms, 10 hydrogen atoms, and 1 oxygen atom.
  • Step 2: Determine the type of compound. Since it contains an -OH group (hydroxyl group), it is classified as an alcohol.
  • Step 3: Count the number of carbon atoms in the longest chain. There are 4 carbon atoms, which gives the base name 'butan-' (from butane).
  • Step 4: Add the suffix for alcohols. The suffix for alcohols is '-ol'.
  • Step 5: Combine the base name and the suffix. The name becomes 'butanol'.
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