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Organic Chemistry Prefixes 1-10 Carbons

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What does the prefix 'meth-' indicate?

2 carbon atoms

1 carbon atom (correct)

3 carbon atoms

4 carbon atoms

What does the prefix 'eth-' indicate?

3 carbon atoms

2 carbon atoms (correct)

4 carbon atoms

1 carbon atom

What does the prefix 'prop-' indicate?

4 carbon atoms

3 carbon atoms (correct)

5 carbon atoms

2 carbon atoms

What does the prefix 'but-' indicate?

4 carbon atoms Signup and view all the answers

What does the prefix 'pent-' indicate?

5 carbon atoms Signup and view all the answers

What does the prefix 'hex-' indicate?

6 carbon atoms Signup and view all the answers

What does the prefix 'hept-' indicate?

7 carbon atoms Signup and view all the answers

What does the prefix 'oct-' indicate?

8 carbon atoms Signup and view all the answers

What does the prefix 'non-' indicate?

9 carbon atoms Signup and view all the answers

What does the prefix 'dec-' indicate?

10 carbon atoms Signup and view all the answers

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Organic Chemistry Carbon Prefixes

Prefix meth- indicates a compound with 1 carbon atom.
Prefix eth- signifies a compound containing 2 carbon atoms.
Prefix prop- represents a compound with 3 carbon atoms.
Prefix but- denotes a compound consisting of 4 carbon atoms.
Prefix pent- is used for compounds with 5 carbon atoms.
Prefix hex- corresponds to a compound having 6 carbon atoms.
Prefix hept- indicates a compound containing 7 carbon atoms.
Prefix oct- signifies a compound with 8 carbon atoms.
Prefix non- is associated with a compound consisting of 9 carbon atoms.
Prefix dec- represents a compound having 10 carbon atoms.

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Explore the essential prefixes used in organic chemistry for carbon chains. This quiz focuses on the prefixes for 1 to 10 carbon atoms, helping you master their meanings and applications. Perfect for students learning the basics of organic compound nomenclature.