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CHM 102 Nomenclature and Functional Group Classes of Organic Compounds Objective Question
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What is the correct IUPAC name for the compound (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.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Nomenclature and Functional Group Classes of Organic Compounds
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 781 of 1999
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