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CHM 102 Fundamentals of Amines: Nomenclature, Isomerism, and Synthesis Objective Question
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What is the IUPAC name for (CH3CH2)2NH?
Options
A Diethylamine
B N-Ethylethanamine
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C Ethanamine
D Diethylammonium
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The IUPAC name for (CH3CH2)2NH is N-ethylethanamine. The longest chain is ethane (2 carbons) with an ethyl substituent on nitrogen.

Hint

N-alkyl indicates substitution on nitrogen.

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Course: CHM 102
Topic: Fundamentals of Amines: Nomenclature, Isomerism, and Synthesis
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 251 of 1999
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