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What is the IUPAC name of the compound CH3COOH? (2020)

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What is the IUPAC name of the compound CH3COOH? (2020)
  1. Methanoic acid
  2. Ethanoic acid
  3. Propanoic acid
  4. Butanoic acid

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

What is the IUPAC name of the compound CH3COOH? (2020)
  • Step 1: Identify the structure of the compound CH3COOH. It has a carbon chain with a carboxylic acid group (-COOH).
  • Step 2: Count the number of carbon atoms in the longest chain. There are 2 carbon atoms.
  • Step 3: Use the prefix for 2 carbon atoms, which is 'eth-'.
  • Step 4: Since the compound has a carboxylic acid group, add the suffix '-anoic acid' to the prefix.
  • Step 5: Combine the prefix and suffix to get the IUPAC name: Ethanoic acid.
  • Step 6: Note that Ethanoic acid is also commonly known as acetic acid.
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