What Is the IUPAC Name for This Compound

question 53

Multiple Choice

What is the IUPAC name for this compound?

• A) 2-methyl-2-pentanone
• B) 2-methyl-4-pentanone
• C) 4-methyl-2-pentanone
• D) 2-methyl-4-pentanol

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Definitions:

Inflammatory Response

The body's protective reaction to infection, irritation, or injury, characterized by redness, warmth, swelling, and pain.

Infection

The invasion and multiplication of microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, and fungi in body tissues, which may cause disease or inflammation.

Neutrophil Levels

The concentration of neutrophils, a type of white blood cell, in the blood; important for fighting infection.

Monocytes

A type of white blood cell that plays a significant role in the immune system by fighting infections and mediating immune responses.