Naming Branched Alkanes

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What is the name of the compound with the formula C10H22 that has two ethyl groups on the second carbon?

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2,2-diethylpropane

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What is the name of the compound with the formula C10H22 that has two methyl groups on the third carbon?

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3,3-dimethylpentane

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What is the structure of 3-ethyl-2-methylheptane?

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A branched alkane with a heptane backbone, an ethyl group on the third carbon, and a methyl group on the second carbon.

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How many covalent bonds does an oxygen atom typically form in organic compounds?

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2

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What is the structure of 3,3-diethyl-2,4-dimethylpentane?

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A branched alkane with a pentane backbone, two ethyl groups on the third carbon, and two methyl groups on the second and fourth carbons.

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Define a branched alkane.

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A branched alkane is a hydrocarbon that contains a carbon chain with one or more branches off the main chain.

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What is the IUPAC naming convention for alkanes?

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The IUPAC naming convention for alkanes involves identifying the longest carbon chain, naming it, and then identifying and naming any substituents.

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What is a substituent in organic chemistry?

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A substituent is an atom or group of atoms that replaces a hydrogen atom in a hydrocarbon.

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What is the significance of the prefix 'di-' in organic compound names?

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The prefix 'di-' indicates that there are two identical substituents attached to the main carbon chain.

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What does the suffix '-ane' signify in organic chemistry?

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The suffix '-ane' signifies that the compound is an alkane, which is a saturated hydrocarbon.