MCQ
The $IUPAC$ name of the following compound is
  • A
    $4$-Bromo-$3$-cyanophenol
  • $2$-Bromo-$5$-hydroxybenzonitrile
  • C
    $2$-Cyano-$4$-hydroxybromobenzene
  • D
    $6$-Bromo-$3$-hydroxybenzonitrile

Answer

Correct option: B.
$2$-Bromo-$5$-hydroxybenzonitrile
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The correct option is $B$ $2$-Bromo-$5$-hydroxy benzo nitrile

The $IUPAC$ name of the given compound is $2$-Bromo-$5$-hydroxy benzo nitrile.

Cyanide group is given the highest priority.

Hence, it is written as suffix as in benzo nitrile. The numbering is done in such a way that substituents get lowest locants.

The names of substituents are written in alphabetical order.

Option $B$ is correct.

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