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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 propanenitrile?
Options
A Methyl cyanide
B Ethyl cyanide
Correct Answer
C Propyl cyanide
D Butyl cyanide
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Propanenitrile (CH3CH2CN) is commonly called ethyl cyanide because the alkyl group attached to CN is ethyl.

Hint

Alkyl + cyanide.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Carboxylic Acid Derivatives: Nomenclature, Synthesis, and Reactions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 324 of 1999
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