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CHM 102 Carboxylic Acid Derivatives: Nomenclature, Synthesis, and Reactions Objective Question
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What is the common name for CH3COOCH2CH3?
Options
A Ethyl acetate
Correct Answer
B Methyl acetate
C Ethyl ethanoate
D Acetic acid ethyl ester
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Ethyl acetate is the common name for CH3COOCH2CH3. IUPAC name is ethyl ethanoate: alkyl group from alcohol (ethyl) + carboxylate from acid (acetate/ethanoate).

Hint

Fruity-smelling solvent.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Carboxylic Acid Derivatives: Nomenclature, Synthesis, and Reactions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 294 of 1999
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