What is the IUPAC name for the compound with the formula C2H4Cl2?

Practice Questions

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What is the IUPAC name for the compound with the formula C2H4Cl2?
  1. 1,1-dichloroethane
  2. 1,2-dichloroethane
  3. 2,2-dichloroethane
  4. Chloroethane

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

What is the IUPAC name for the compound with the formula C2H4Cl2?
  • Step 1: Identify the number of carbon atoms in the compound C2H4Cl2. There are 2 carbon atoms.
  • Step 2: Determine the base name of the compound. With 2 carbon atoms, the base name is 'ethane'.
  • Step 3: Count the number of chlorine (Cl) atoms in the compound. There are 2 chlorine atoms.
  • Step 4: Identify the positions of the chlorine atoms on the carbon chain. Both chlorine atoms are attached to the second carbon.
  • Step 5: Combine the information to form the IUPAC name. Since there are 2 chlorine atoms on the second carbon, the name is '1,2-dichloroethane'.
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