Question

13. Name the following symbols.
i. CH3 COCH3
il CH2CH2CH2COOH​

Answer 1

1. CH3 COCH3 - Acetone

2. CH2CH2CH2COOH - Butanoic acid.

Answer 2

Answer:

i)Acetone

ii) The IUPAC name of CH3CH2CH2COOH is Butanoic acid.

Explanation:

i) Acetone is a manufactured chemical that is also found naturally in the environment. It is a colorless liquid with a distinct smell and taste. It evaporates easily, is flammable, and dissolves in water. It is also called dimethyl ketone, 2-propanone, and beta-ketopropane.