What is the IUPAC name for the compound with the structure CH3-CH2-CH2-CH2-NH2?

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What is the IUPAC name for the compound with the structure CH3-CH2-CH2-CH2-NH2?
  1. Butanamine
  2. Butan-1-amine
  3. 1-Butanamine
  4. Butylamine

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

What is the IUPAC name for the compound with the structure CH3-CH2-CH2-CH2-NH2?
  • Step 1: Identify the longest carbon chain in the compound. The structure CH3-CH2-CH2-CH2-NH2 has a straight chain of four carbon atoms.
  • Step 2: Count the number of carbon atoms in the chain. There are 4 carbon atoms, which corresponds to the prefix 'Butan-'.
  • Step 3: Identify the functional group present in the compound. The -NH2 group indicates that it is an amine.
  • Step 4: Determine the position of the amine group. Since the -NH2 group is attached to the first carbon in the chain, it is called '1-amine'.
  • Step 5: Combine the information from steps 2, 3, and 4 to form the IUPAC name. The name is Butan-1-amine.
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