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What is the prefix and suffix for -O- group?

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alko, oxo
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alkoxy, oxo
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alkoxy, none
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none, alkoxy
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Solution

The correct option is C alkoxy, none
The prefix for ether group is alkoxy and there is no suffix.

For example,



This compound is methoxymethane.

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