alleryHow is the main chain chosen when naming an alkane?
AUse the chain nearest the oxygen
BUse the branch with most hydrogens
CUse the longest carbon chain
DUse the shortest carbon chain
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. Use the longest carbon chain
IUPAC alkane naming uses the longest possible main carbon chain.
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