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CHM 102 Fundamentals of Amines: Nomenclature, Isomerism, and Synthesis Objective Question

Question

What is the common name for (CH3)2CH-NH2?
Options
A Isopropylamine
Correct Answer
B Propylamine
C sec-Propylamine
D tert-Butylamine
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

(CH3)2CHNH2 is isopropylamine (common name) or propan-2-amine (IUPAC).

Hint

Branched three-carbon chain.

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