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How is the name of a carbon compound modified when the suffix of the functional group begins with a vowel?
How is the name of a carbon compound modified when the suffix of the functional group begins with a vowel?
- By doubling the final 'e' and adding the appropriate suffix
- By adding 'e' before the final 'e' and adding the appropriate suffix
- By adding 'ane' at the end of the name
- By deleting the final 'e' and adding the appropriate suffix (correct)
Which of the following is true about naming compounds in a homologous series?
Which of the following is true about naming compounds in a homologous series?
- The names are always modified by a suffix indicating the nature of the functional group.
- The names are based on the number of carbon atoms in the compound.
- The names are always modified by a prefix indicating the nature of the functional group.
- The names are based on the name of the basic carbon chain modified by a prefix or suffix indicating the nature of the functional group. (correct)
How is the number of carbon atoms in a compound indicated in its name?
How is the number of carbon atoms in a compound indicated in its name?
- By adding a numerical prefix before the name of the basic carbon chain
- By adding a numerical suffix after the name of the basic carbon chain
- By using the name of the functional group
- By using the name of the basic carbon chain (correct)
What is the purpose of a prefix or suffix in the name of a compound in a homologous series?
What is the purpose of a prefix or suffix in the name of a compound in a homologous series?
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In naming a carbon compound, what is the appropriate method to identify the presence of a functional group?
In naming a carbon compound, what is the appropriate method to identify the presence of a functional group?
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