What is the IUPAC name of the compound CH3 – CH2 – C(CH3)2 – CH2 – CH3?

Subject: General Awareness | Topic: Science | Difficulty: MEDIUM

Options

1. (A) 2,2-dimethylpentane (2,2-dimethylpentane)
2. (B) 3,3-dimethylpentane (3,3-dimethylpentane)
3. (C) 2-methylhexane (2-methylhexane)
4. (D) 3-ethylpentane (3-ethylpentane)

Verified Answer

Option (B): 3,3-dimethylpentane (3,3-dimethylpentane)

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