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CHM 102 IUPAC Nomenclature and Functional Group Classes of Organic Compounds Objective Question
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What is the common name for methanal?
Options
A Formaldehyde
Correct Answer
B Acetaldehyde
C Propionaldehyde
D Benzaldehyde
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Methanal (HCHO) is commonly called formaldehyde, used as a preservative.

Hint

Simplest aldehyde.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: IUPAC Nomenclature and Functional Group Classes of Organic Compounds
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 378 of 1999
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