Question

$C{H}_3-\underset{OH}{\underset{|}{C}H}-\underset{OH}{\underset{|}{C}H}-C{H}_3$

IUPAC name of the given compound is :

• A. Butane-2,3-diol
• B. 1-Methyl-propane-1,2-diol
• C. Both (A) and (B)
• D. None of these

Answer 1

The correct option is A Butane-2,3-diol

Two functional group $OH\left(ol\right)$ is attached at carbon no $2$ & $3$ so its name is butane$-2,3-$diol.