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A.
3-chloro-3-methylbutane
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B.
2,2,-dichloro-3-methylbutane
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C.
3-methylchlorobutane
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D.
2-chloro-2-methylbutane
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation
Straight-chain hydrocarbon molecules that contain only singly-bonded carbons are called alkanes.
When naming these molecules, the final syllable in their name is "ane."
- Find and name the longest continuous carbon chain.
- Identify and name groups attached to this chain.
- Number the chain consecutively, starting at the end nearest a substituent group.
- Designate the location of each substituent group by an appropriate number and name.
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