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CHM 102 Nomenclature and Functional Group Classes of Organic Compounds Objective Question
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What is the correct name for the compound with the formula CH₃-CH₂-CH₂-CHO?
Options
A Butanal
B Butyraldehyde
C Butanone
D Both A and B
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Butanal (IUPAC) and butyraldehyde (common) are both acceptable names for CH₃CH₂CH₂CHO.

Hint

Four-carbon aldehyde.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Nomenclature and Functional Group Classes of Organic Compounds
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 790 of 1999
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