Question

Write the correct IUPAC name of the following compound.

• A. 5-bromo-2-chloro-1-iodo-3-nitrobenzene
• B. 1-iodo-2-chloro-3-nitro-5-bromobenzene
• C. 3-bromo-6-chloro-5-iodo-3-nitrobenzene
• D. 3-bromo-5-iodo-6-chloro-3-nitrobenzene

Answer 1

The correct option is A 5-bromo-2-chloro-1-iodo-3-nitrobenzene

The numbering of the given compound is done using lowest locant and name is written in alphabetical order


Therefore, the IUPAC name of the compound is 5-bromo-2-chloro-1-iodo-3-nitrobenzene