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What is the IUPAC name of the following compound?


CH3−CH2−CH2−OH

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Propan-1-ol
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Propan-2-ol
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Propane-1-ol
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Ethane-2-ol
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Solution

The correct option is C Propan-1-ol
In this compound, the number of carbon atoms is 3. So, the parent alkane is propane.

The functional group present is OH i.e alcohol. OH is present at the first carbon atom

Thus the IUPAC name is Propan - 1 - ol.

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