Name the following compound.
A)3-heptyn-6-ol
B)3-hepten-6-ol
C)4-hepten-2-ol
D)4-heptyn-2-ol
E)4-heptan-2-ol

Question

Name the following compound. 
A)3-heptyn-6-ol 
B)3-hepten-6-ol 
C)4-hepten-2-ol 
D)4-heptyn-2-ol 
E)4-heptan-2-ol

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The compound has a triple bond between the third and fourth carbon atoms, which makes it a alkyne. The longest carbon chain in the compound has seven carbon atoms, which makes it a heptyne. The hydroxyl functional group is attached at the second carbon atom of the chain. Therefore, the compound is 4-heptyn-2-ol.

Name the Following Compound