Question

what is the IUPAC name of CH3-CH2-COOH

Answer 1

propanoic acid is the IUPAC name of given compound

Answer 2

QUESTION :

IUPAC name of ---

CH3-CH2-COOH

ANSWER :

WHAT IS IUPAC?

the IUPAC {International Union of pure and applied chemistry} which serves the international scientific endeavor in the dual function of a fundamental science and mission-oriented Union.

The Union is in a unique position to contribute to the central interdisciplinary chemical sciences.

STEPS FOR IUPAC NOMENCLATURE

STEP 1:

Locate and no. the longest carbon chain in our compound.

so in the given compound longest chain is of 3 carbon atoms

C³H3-C²H2-C¹OOH

STEP 2:

Name that longest carbon chain.

so for carbon atoms prefix is propa--

STEP 3:

Figure out what the ending (suffix) should be.

so as all single bonds and --COOH functional group are present in the given compound the suffix will be ---oic acid

STEP 4:

Name the side groups.

here in the compound acid group i.e. --COOH functional group is present

REQUIRED IUPAC NAME :

propanoic acid

NOTE :

while solving iupac naming the identification of longest chain is most important

also we should have learnt all the suffix and prefix required for a specific atom or group