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The IUPAC name for the given compound is propan- 1- amine.


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True

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False

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Solution

The correct option is B

False


Let us begin by numbering the longest chain. According to the IUPAC rules of nomenclature the longest chain should be considered as the main chain. No matter which outer carbon we start with, the longest chain is 3 carbons long.

The functional group is present at 2nd carbon. Therefore, the IUPAC name for the given compound is propan- 2- amine.


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