engineering chemistry MCQ #443

What is the IUPAC name of the compound with the molecular formula C4H8O and having a carbonyl group at the 2-position?

engineering chemistry MCQ #443

  1. Question 1

    Q1. What is the IUPAC name of the compound with the molecular formula C4H8O and having a carbonyl group at the 2-position?

    • A) Butan-1-al
    • B) Butan-2-one
    • C) Butanal
    • D) Propanone

    Answer: Butan-2-one

    Explanation: The compound is a ketone with 4 carbon atoms and the carbonyl group at the 2-position, so it's named butan-2-one.