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Naming Alcohols quiz

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  • Which of the following refers to a disinfecting chemical dissolved in alcohol: tincture, solution, suspension, or emulsion?
    A tincture refers to a disinfecting chemical dissolved in alcohol.
  • Which of the following liquids always contain alcohol: vinegar, tincture, saline, or syrup?
    A tincture always contains alcohol.
  • Which dosage form contains alcohol: tablet, capsule, tincture, or ointment?
    A tincture is a dosage form that contains alcohol.
  • What is the modifier used for alcohols in organic chemistry nomenclature?
    The modifier used for alcohols is 'ol'.
  • In organic chemistry, which functional group receives the highest priority in numbering alkanes?
    Alcohols receive the highest priority in numbering alkanes.
  • How are alcohols prioritized compared to double bonds in organic chemistry nomenclature?
    Alcohols are prioritized over double bonds in organic chemistry nomenclature.
  • What is the 'new school' method of indicating the position of modifiers in compound names?
    The 'new school' method places numbers within the root to indicate the position of modifiers.
  • Why is it important to clearly indicate the positions of modifiers in compounds with both a double bond and an alcohol?
    It is important to avoid confusion and ensure clarity in the compound's structure.
  • What is an example of a compound name using the 'old school' method?
    An example is '1-pentene'.
  • What is an example of a compound name using the 'new school' method?
    An example is 'pent-1-ene'.