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CHM 102 IUPAC Nomenclature and Functional Group Classes of Organic Compounds Objective Question

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What is the correct IUPAC name for (CH₃)₃C-OH?
Options
A tert-Butyl alcohol
B 2-Methyl-2-propanol
C 2-Methylpropan-2-ol
D Both B and C
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The IUPAC name is 2-methyl-2-propanol or 2-methylpropan-2-ol. Common name is tert-butyl alcohol.

Hint

Tertiary alcohol with four carbons.

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