is properly named:
A)1,2-Cyclohexanediol
B)1,6-Cyclohexanediol
C)(1R,2
R)-1,2-Cyclohexanediol
D)(1R,2
S)-1,2-Cyclohexanediol
E)(1S,2
S)-1,2-Cyclohexanediol

Question

is properly named:
A)1,2-Cyclohexanediol 
B)1,6-Cyclohexanediol 
C)(1R,2
R)-1,2-Cyclohexanediol 
D)(1R,2
S)-1,2-Cyclohexanediol 
E)(1S,2
S)-1,2-Cyclohexanediol

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The name TB5902_00 suggests that this compound is a product code or ID number, and not a systematic name. Therefore, we need to rely on the given structure to determine the correct option. The compound has two chiral centers, indicated by the asterisks, and each carbon is bonded to a hydroxyl group. Based on the priority of the substituents, we can assign the R or S stereochemistry to each center. The correct assignment for this compound is (1R,2S)-1,2-Cyclohexanediol, which corresponds to option D.

Is Properly Named