What is the IUPAC name for the compound with the formula C4H9Br?

Practice Questions

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What is the IUPAC name for the compound with the formula C4H9Br?
  1. 1-bromobutane
  2. 2-bromobutane
  3. 1-bromopropane
  4. 2-bromopropane

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

What is the IUPAC name for the compound with the formula C4H9Br?
  • Step 1: Identify the number of carbon atoms in the compound C4H9Br. There are 4 carbon atoms.
  • Step 2: Determine the longest continuous chain of carbon atoms. In this case, it is a straight chain of 4 carbon atoms, which is butane.
  • Step 3: Identify the functional group present in the compound. The presence of Br indicates that it is a bromine substituent.
  • Step 4: Determine the position of the bromine atom on the carbon chain. Since it is on the first carbon, we label it as 1-bromobutane.
  • Step 5: Combine the name of the substituent (bromo) with the name of the longest carbon chain (butane) to get the IUPAC name.
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