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CHM 102 IUPAC Nomenclature Objective Question

Question

Which prefix means 'opposite' in E/Z nomenclature?
Options
A E (Entgegen)
Correct Answer
B Z (Zusammen)
C C (Cis)
D T (Trans)
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Entgegen is German for 'opposite' or 'against'.

Hint

The 'E' isomer has groups across from each other.

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