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CHM 102 IUPAC Nomenclature Objective Question

Question

Which part of an IUPAC name indicates the number of carbons in the longest continuous chain?
Options
A Prefix
B Parent
Correct Answer
C Suffix
D Infix
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The parent name is derived specifically from the longest continuous carbon chain found in the molecule.

Hint

It is the root or base of the name.

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