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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 lactone formed from 4-hydroxybutanoic acid?
Options
A γ-Butyrolactam
B γ-Butyrolactone
Correct Answer
C δ-Valerolactone
D β-Propiolactone
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

4-hydroxybutanoic acid cyclizes to γ-butyrolactone (5-membered ring).

Hint

γ-lactone (4-membered ring counting the O).

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Carboxylic Acid Derivatives: Nomenclature, Synthesis, and Reactions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 338 of 1999
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