What is the IUPAC name for the compound with the structure CH3-CH2-CH=CH2?

Practice Questions

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What is the IUPAC name for the compound with the structure CH3-CH2-CH=CH2?
  1. 1-Butene
  2. 2-Butene
  3. Butyne
  4. Butane

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

What is the IUPAC name for the compound with the structure CH3-CH2-CH=CH2?
  • Step 1: Identify the longest carbon chain in the compound. The structure CH3-CH2-CH=CH2 has four carbon atoms in a row.
  • Step 2: Count the number of carbon atoms in the longest chain. There are 4 carbon atoms, which means the base name is 'butane'.
  • Step 3: Look for any double bonds in the structure. There is a double bond between the first and second carbon atoms.
  • Step 4: Since there is a double bond, change 'butane' to 'butene'.
  • Step 5: Number the carbon chain starting from the end closest to the double bond. The double bond is between carbon 1 and carbon 2.
  • Step 6: Since the double bond starts at carbon 1, the IUPAC name is '1-Butene'.
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