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Ch.12 Alcohols, Thiols, Ethers, Aldehydes, and Ketones
Timberlake - Chemistry: An Introduction to General, Organic, and Biological Chemistry 13th Edition
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Chapter 12, Problem 17b

Give the common name for each of the following:
b.

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Identify the structure of the compound in the provided image. Look for functional groups, the number of carbon atoms, and any branching or substituents.
Determine the parent chain, which is the longest continuous chain of carbon atoms in the structure. This will help in identifying the base name of the compound.
Examine any substituents or branches attached to the parent chain. Note their positions and types (e.g., methyl, ethyl, etc.).
Use the rules for common naming conventions to assign a name. For example, if the compound is a simple alkane, alkene, or alkyne, use the appropriate prefix and suffix. If it contains functional groups, consider their priority in naming.
Combine the information about the parent chain and substituents to write the common name of the compound. Ensure the name reflects the structure accurately and follows the common naming rules.

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