Question

Name the compound in the image given below:

• A. 1,1- Dichloro- 3- methylhexane
• B. 6,6- Dichloro- 4- methylhexane
• C. 1,2- Dichloro- 3- methylhexane
• D. 1- Chloro- 1- chloro- 3- methylhexane

Answer 1

The correct option is A

1,1- Dichloro- 3- methylhexane

The longest chain contains 6 carbons. Hence the word root 'hex' will be used. Since it's a saturated hydrocarbon the suffix 'ane' will be used. Halogen group gets preference and both chlorine atoms are attached with the first carbon. Therefore, the given compound is 1,1- Dichloro- 3- methylhexane.