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Multiple Choice
In IUPAC naming, a scientific name consists of which of the following components?
A
Prefix, root, and suffix
B
Prefix, molecular formula, and suffix
C
Root, molecular weight, and prefix
D
Root, suffix, and molecular weight
Verified step by step guidance
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Understand that IUPAC naming is a systematic method of naming organic chemical compounds as recommended by the International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry (IUPAC).
Recognize that the IUPAC name of a compound is typically composed of three main components: the prefix, the root, and the suffix.
The prefix provides information about the substituents attached to the main carbon chain or ring, such as their number, type, and position.
The root indicates the number of carbon atoms in the longest continuous chain or the parent structure of the compound.
The suffix describes the functional group(s) present in the compound, which often determines the compound's class and reactivity.