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CHM 102 Fundamentals of Amines: Nomenclature, Isomerism, and Synthesis Objective Question
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What is the IUPAC name for C₆H₅-NH-CH₃?
Options
A Aniline
B Methylaniline
C N-Methylaniline
Correct Answer
D Benzylamine
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The compound is a secondary aromatic amine: N-methylaniline. The 'N' indicates the methyl is attached to nitrogen, not the ring.

Hint

N-methyl indicates substituent on nitrogen.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Fundamentals of Amines: Nomenclature, Isomerism, and Synthesis
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 611 of 1999
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