What is the IUPAC name of CH3CH2CH2OH?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. Propan-1-ol
- Step 1: Three carbons in a chain with the OH group on the first carbon give propan-1-ol. Answer: Propan-1-ol. Why not the others: Propan-2-ol, Ethanol and Propanal don't fit.
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