Question

which of these is correct in terms of nomenclature and why?? (a) 2-chloro-5-hydroxyl heptane or 2-hydroxyl-5-chloro heptane​

Answer 1

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Answer 2

2-hydroxyl-5-chloro heptane​ is the correct nomenclature.

Explanation:

Hydroxyl group and chlorine both are functional groups.

As we know , while doing nomenclature of compounds priority is given to hydoroxyl group as compared to the chlorine atom.

Therefore in heptane sturcture hydroxyl group will be written first followed by the chlorine atom