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CHM 102 Carboxylic Acid Derivatives: Nomenclature, Synthesis, and Reactions Objective Question
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What is the name of the nitrile with formula CH3CH2CN?
Options
A Methyl cyanide
B Ethyl cyanide
C Propanenitrile
Correct Answer
D Acetonitrile
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

CH3CH2CN is propanenitrile (IUPAC) or ethyl cyanide (common). The carbon of the CN group is counted in the chain: propane + nitrile.

Hint

Three-carbon chain including the nitrile carbon.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Carboxylic Acid Derivatives: Nomenclature, Synthesis, and Reactions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 313 of 1999
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