Question
Chemistry Question on Nomenclature Of Organic Compounds
A compound with a molecular formula of C6H14 has two tertiary carbons. Its IUPAC name is:
A
n-hexane
B
2-methylpentane
C
2,3-dimethylbutane
D
2,2-dimethylbutane
Answer
2,3-dimethylbutane
Explanation
Solution
1. Two tertiary carbons imply two carbons bonded to three other carbons each.
2. Among the options, 2,3-dimethylbutane has two tertiary carbons at C2 and C3.
3. Other options do not satisfy this condition.