Question

what is the iupac name of the following compound? (chemical structure image)

Explanation:

To name the compound using IUPAC rules:

1. Identify the longest carbon - chain. Here, the longest continuous carbon - chain has 3 carbon atoms (a propane chain).
2. Identify and name substituents. There is a methyl ($-CH_3$) group attached to the second carbon atom of the propane chain.

Answer:

2 - methylpropane