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What is the IUPAC name of the compound CH3-CH2-CH(CH3)-CH2-Br?

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What is the IUPAC name of the compound CH3-CH2-CH(CH3)-CH2-Br?
  1. 1-bromobutane
  2. 2-bromobutane
  3. 3-bromobutane
  4. 1-bromo-2-methylpropane

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

What is the IUPAC name of the compound CH3-CH2-CH(CH3)-CH2-Br?
  • Step 1: Identify the longest carbon chain in the compound. Count the number of carbon atoms in the chain.
  • Step 2: The longest chain has 4 carbon atoms, which is called butane.
  • Step 3: Look for any branches or substituents attached to the main chain. In this case, there is a methyl group (CH3) attached to the third carbon.
  • Step 4: Identify the position of the bromine (Br) atom. It is attached to the second carbon in the chain.
  • Step 5: Combine the information: the compound has a bromine on the second carbon and is a butane, so the IUPAC name is 2-bromobutane.
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