Question

part a
(a) h₂c-ch₂-ch₂-ch₃
ch₃
1-methylbutane
spell out the full name of the compound.
the correct name is
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Explanation:

Step1: Determine the longest carbon chain

The longest carbon chain has 5 carbon atoms. The parent name for 5 - carbon chain in alkanes is pentane.

Step2: Identify and locate the substituent

There is a methyl ($-CH_{3}$) group attached to the second carbon atom of the pentane chain.

Answer:

2 - Methylpentane