Question 1
Which class of hydrocarbons has the general formula C
nH
2n+2?
◦ alkynes
◦ alkanes
◦ cylcloalkanes
◦ alkenes
Question 2
Which statement below is
false concerning nomenclature rules for alkanes?
◦ The parent name is taken from the longest continuous chain of carbon atoms.
◦ Carbon atoms are numbered starting with the atom farthest from the branching point.
◦ The name of the alkane is written as a single word.
◦ Each branching group is assigned a number referring to its point of attachment in the parent chain.