MCQ
What is the IUPAC name of the following compound?
CH3​−CH2​−CH2​−OH
  • A
    Propan-1-ol
  • B
    Propan-2-ol
  • C
    Propane-1-ol
  • D
    Ethane-2-ol

Answer

  1. Propan-1-ol

Explanation:

In this compound, the number of carbon atoms is 3. So, the parent alkane is propane.

The functional group present is −OH i.e alcohol. −OH is present at the first carbon atom.

Thus the IUPAC name is Propan - 1 - ol.

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