Textbook Question
What is each compound's systematic name?
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h.
4. Alkanes and Cycloalkanes
Naming Alkenes
2:44 minutesProblem 45d,e,f
Textbook Question
Name the following:
d. 
e. 
f. 
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Step 1: Analyze the structure of each compound (d, e, f) provided in the problem. Look for the longest continuous carbon chain, which will determine the base name of the compound.
Step 2: Identify and name any functional groups attached to the main chain. Functional groups such as alcohols (-OH), ketones (C=O), aldehydes (-CHO), carboxylic acids (-COOH), or halogens (e.g., -Cl, -Br) will influence the naming.
Step 3: Determine the position of each substituent or functional group on the main chain. Use the lowest possible numbering system to assign positions to these groups.
Step 4: Combine the names of the substituents, functional groups, and the main chain in the correct order. Follow IUPAC nomenclature rules, ensuring prefixes, infixes, and suffixes are used appropriately.
Step 5: Double-check the name for accuracy, ensuring that all substituents and functional groups are accounted for, and confirm that the numbering system minimizes the position numbers.
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Key Concepts
Here are the essential concepts you must grasp in order to answer the question correctly.
Nomenclature
Nomenclature in organic chemistry refers to the systematic naming of chemical compounds based on established rules. The International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry (IUPAC) provides guidelines to ensure that each compound has a unique and descriptive name, which reflects its structure and functional groups. Understanding nomenclature is essential for accurately identifying and communicating about organic compounds.
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Functional groups are specific groups of atoms within molecules that are responsible for the characteristic chemical reactions of those molecules. Common functional groups include hydroxyl (-OH), carboxyl (-COOH), and amino (-NH2) groups. Recognizing functional groups is crucial for predicting the behavior and reactivity of organic compounds, as they largely determine the compound's properties.
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