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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Chemistry

Chapter

Organic: Haloalkanes and Haloarenes

Question:

What is the IUPAC name of the given compound?

Options:

1-Chloro-2,2-dimethylpropane 

2,2-Dimethyl-1-chloropropane 

1-Chloropentane

2-Methyl-1-chlorobutane

Correct Answer:

1-Chloro-2,2-dimethylpropane 

Explanation:

The longest chain has three carbon atoms (propane). The numbering should begin from the side of chlorine to satisfy the lowest set of locants rule. So, Cl is at C1 and two methyl groups at C2