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1. A Review of General Chemistry5h 5m
2. Molecular Representations1h 14m
3. Acids and Bases2h 46m
4. Alkanes and Cycloalkanes4h 17m
5. Chirality3h 39m
6. Thermodynamics and Kinetics1h 22m
7. Substitution Reactions1h 48m
8. Elimination Reactions2h 30m
9. Alkenes and Alkynes2h 9m
10. Addition Reactions3h 19m
11. Radical Reactions1h 58m
12. Alcohols, Ethers, Epoxides and Thiols2h 42m
13. Alcohols and Carbonyl Compounds2h 17m
14. Synthetic Techniques1h 26m
15. Analytical Techniques:IR, NMR, Mass Spect7h 3m
16. Conjugated Systems6h 13m
17. Ultraviolet Spectroscopy51m
18. Aromaticity2h 34m
19. Reactions of Aromatics: EAS and Beyond5h 1m
20. Phenols55m
21. Aldehydes and Ketones: Nucleophilic Addition4h 56m
22. Carboxylic Acid Derivatives: NAS2h 51m
23. The Chemistry of Thioesters, Phophate Ester and Phosphate Anhydrides1h 10m
24. Enolate Chemistry: Reactions at the Alpha-Carbon1h 53m
25. Condensation Chemistry2h 9m
26. Amines1h 43m
27. Heterocycles2h 0m
28. Carbohydrates5h 53m
29. Amino Acids4h 20m
30. Peptides and Proteins2h 42m
31. Catalysis in Organic Reactions1h 30m
32. Lipids 2h 50m
33. The Organic Chemistry of Metabolic Pathways2h 52m
34. Nucleic Acids1h 32m
35. Transition Metals6h 14m
36. Synthetic Polymers1h 49m

12. Alcohols, Ethers, Epoxides and Thiols

Naming Ethers

Organic Chemistry

12. Alcohols, Ethers, Epoxides and Thiols

Naming Ethers

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Problem 3b

Textbook Question

Name each of the following:
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Step 1: Identify the longest carbon chain in the molecule. This will determine the base name of the compound. Count the number of carbon atoms in this chain to find the appropriate alkane name (e.g., methane, ethane, propane, etc.).

Step 2: Determine the presence and position of any functional groups or substituents attached to the main carbon chain. Common functional groups include hydroxyl (-OH), carbonyl (C=O), and amino (-NH2) groups.

Step 3: Number the carbon atoms in the longest chain starting from the end nearest to the first substituent or functional group. This ensures the lowest possible numbers for the substituents.

Step 4: Name the substituents and functional groups according to their position on the carbon chain. Use prefixes like 'methyl-', 'ethyl-', 'hydroxy-', etc., and indicate their position with numbers.

Step 5: Combine the names of the substituents and the base name of the carbon chain to form the complete name of the compound. Ensure that the name follows IUPAC naming conventions, including the use of hyphens and commas where necessary.

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Key Concepts

Here are the essential concepts you must grasp in order to answer the question correctly.

Functional Groups

Functional groups are specific groups of atoms within molecules that are responsible for the characteristic chemical reactions of those molecules. They determine the properties and reactivity of organic compounds. Common functional groups include hydroxyl (-OH), carboxyl (-COOH), and amino (-NH2) groups, each imparting unique behaviors to the molecules they are part of.

Nomenclature

Nomenclature in organic chemistry refers to the systematic naming of organic compounds based on established rules. The International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry (IUPAC) provides guidelines for naming compounds, which include identifying the longest carbon chain, naming functional groups, and assigning locants to indicate the position of substituents. Understanding nomenclature is essential for clear communication and identification of chemical structures.

Structural Representation

Structural representation involves depicting the arrangement of atoms within a molecule, which can be shown through various formats such as Lewis structures, condensed formulas, or skeletal structures. These representations help chemists visualize molecular geometry, bonding, and functional groups, which are crucial for predicting reactivity and understanding the compound's properties.

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