IUPAC NOMENCLATURE

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What is IUPAC nomenclature?

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IUPAC nomenclature is a systematic method of naming chemical compounds as recommended by the International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry (IUPAC).

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What is the general formula for alkanes?

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The general formula for alkanes is CnH2n+2, where n is the number of carbon atoms.

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What is the name of the alkane with 3 carbon atoms?

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Propane.

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What is the name of the alkane with 2 carbon atoms?

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Ethane.

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What is the name of the alkane with 1 carbon atom?

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Methane.

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What is the name of the alkane with 4 carbon atoms?

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Butane.

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What are alkenes?

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Alkenes are hydrocarbons that contain at least one carbon-carbon double bond and are unsaturated.

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What is the general formula for alkenes?

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The general formula for alkenes is CnH2n, where n is the number of carbon atoms.

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What is the name of the compound C3H6?

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Propene.

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What is the name of the compound C4H8?

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Butene.