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CHM 102 General Chemistry II: Properties and Reactions of Ethers Objective Question

Question

What is the common name for CH2=CH-O-CH3?
Options
A Methyl vinyl ether
B Ethoxyethene
C Vinyl methyl ether
D All of the above
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Methyl vinyl ether, vinyl methyl ether, and the IUPAC name methoxyethene all refer to the same compound (CH2=CH-O-CH3).

Hint

Vinyl group attached to oxygen.

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