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What is the IUPAC name of CH3CH2Cl?

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Question: What is the IUPAC name of CH3CH2Cl?

Options:

  1. Chloroethane
  2. Ethyl chloride
  3. Ethane chloride
  4. Chloromethane

Correct Answer: Chloroethane

Solution: 

The IUPAC name of CH3CH2Cl is Chloroethane, as it is a two-carbon alkane with a chlorine substituent.

What is the IUPAC name of CH3CH2Cl?

Practice Questions

Q1
What is the IUPAC name of CH3CH2Cl?
  1. Chloroethane
  2. Ethyl chloride
  3. Ethane chloride
  4. Chloromethane

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

What is the IUPAC name of CH3CH2Cl?
  • Step 1: Identify the longest carbon chain in the molecule. CH3CH2Cl has two carbon atoms, so the longest chain is two carbons long.
  • Step 2: Name the longest carbon chain. A two-carbon alkane is called 'ethane'.
  • Step 3: Identify the substituent. The molecule has a chlorine atom (Cl) attached to one of the carbon atoms.
  • Step 4: Combine the names. Since there is a chlorine substituent, we add 'chloro' before the name of the alkane.
  • Step 5: Write the full name. The full IUPAC name is 'Chloroethane'.
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