The IUPAC name for the compound \(ClCH_{2}CH_{2}OH\) is
A.
1- chloropropanol
B.
2-chloropropanol
C.
1-chloroethanol
D.
2-chloroethanol
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation
The parent chain for the compound is \(C_{2}H_{5}OH\) in which one of the hydrogen atoms is replaced by the Cl atom. Giving the chlorine the highest number while naming, we have 2- chloroethanol.
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