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CHM 102 IUPAC Nomenclature Objective Question

Question

What is the suffix for an ester?
Options
A -oate
Correct Answer
B -amide
C -al
D -one
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Esters use the suffix '-oate' for the acid portion of the name.

Hint

Often named as alkyl alkanoates.

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