What Is the IUPAC Name of the Following Compound $\mathrm { H } _ { 3 } \mathrm { C } - \mathrm { C } \equiv \mathrm { C } - \mathrm { H }$

question 18

Multiple Choice

What is the IUPAC name of the following compound? $\mathrm { H } _ { 3 } \mathrm { C } - \mathrm { C } \equiv \mathrm { C } - \mathrm { H }$

• A)propene
• B)1-methylethyne
• C)propyne
• D)acetylene
• E)2-methylethyne

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Definitions:

Calcium Nitrate

An inorganic compound used as a nitrogen fertilizer in agriculture and also in waste water pre-conditioning for odor emission prevention.

Atoms

The basic units of matter, consisting of a nucleus surrounded by electrons.

Nitrogen

A colorless, odorless, nonmetallic element that makes up about 78% of the Earth's atmosphere and is a constituent of all living tissues.

Calcium Chloride

A salt compound often used for ice melting, dust control, and as a desiccant because of its ability to absorb moisture.