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What does the prefix 'meth-' indicate?
What does the prefix 'eth-' indicate?
What does the prefix 'prop-' indicate?
What does the prefix 'but-' indicate?
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What does the prefix 'pent-' indicate?
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What does the prefix 'hex-' indicate?
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What does the prefix 'hept-' indicate?
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What does the prefix 'oct-' indicate?
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What does the prefix 'non-' indicate?
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What does the prefix 'dec-' indicate?
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Study Notes
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.
