Question

part b
(b) ch₂ - ch - ch - ch₂ - ch₂ - ch₂ - ch₃
h₃c h₃c h₃c
1,2,3 - trimethylheptane
spell out the full name of the compound.
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make sure to find the longest continuous chain of carbon atoms. note that the me

Explanation:

Step1: Identify the longest carbon chain

The longest continuous chain of carbon atoms is 8 (octane), not 7 (heptane) as previously thought.

Step2: Locate and name substituents

There are three methyl ($-CH_3$) groups. They are located at positions 3, 4, and 5 on the octane chain.

Answer:

3,4,5 - Trimethyloctane