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CHM 102 Carboxylic Acid Derivatives: Nomenclature, Synthesis, and Reactions Objective Question
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Question

What is the IUPAC name for CH3CONH2?
Options
A Acetamide
B Ethanamide
Correct Answer
C Methyl amide
D Acetic amide
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The IUPAC name for CH3CONH2 is ethanamide (common name: acetamide). Drop -oic acid from ethanoic acid and add -amide.

Hint

Two-carbon primary amide.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Carboxylic Acid Derivatives: Nomenclature, Synthesis, and Reactions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 303 of 1999
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