IUPAC Nomenclature - Problem 2

Description:

Q2. Write the IUPAC name of CH₃CH₂CH = CHCOOH

Explanation −

• It has 5 −carbon atoms including –COOH group.

• There are two functional groups: an alkene (C = C) and –COOH group. In the priority series of functional groups, −COOH has the highest priority such that it will get the lowest numbering.

• Suffix: ′ − oic acid′

• No Prefix

• Number of carbon atoms is 5 (pent)

Correct Answer − pent − 2 − en − 1 − oic acid