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CHM 102 Carboxylic Acid Derivatives: Nomenclature, Synthesis, and Reactions Objective Question
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What is the IUPAC name for the compound CH3CH2COOCH(CH3)2?
Options
A Isopropyl propanoate
Correct Answer
B Propyl isopropanoate
C Isopropyl propionate
D Ethyl isobutyrate
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The alcohol part is isopropanol (CH3)2CHOH, giving isopropyl; the acid part is propanoic acid (CH3CH2COOH), giving propanoate. So isopropyl propanoate.

Hint

Branched alkyl group from alcohol.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Carboxylic Acid Derivatives: Nomenclature, Synthesis, and Reactions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 319 of 1999
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