What is the IUPAC name of the compound CH3-CH2-NH2?

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What is the IUPAC name of the compound CH3-CH2-NH2?
  1. Ethylamine
  2. Propylamine
  3. Dimethylamine
  4. Isopropylamine

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

What is the IUPAC name of the compound CH3-CH2-NH2?
  • Step 1: Identify the longest carbon chain in the compound. In CH3-CH2-NH2, the longest chain has 2 carbon atoms.
  • Step 2: Name the carbon chain. A 2-carbon chain is called 'ethane'.
  • Step 3: Identify the functional group. The -NH2 group is an amine.
  • Step 4: Combine the names. Since the amine group is attached to the ethane chain, we replace 'ane' with 'amine'.
  • Step 5: The final name is 'ethylamine'.
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