Which Statement Below Is False Concerning Nomenclature Rules for Alkanes

question 109

Multiple Choice

Which statement below is false concerning nomenclature rules for alkanes?

• A)Carbon atoms are numbered starting with the atom farthest from the branching point.
• B)Each branching group is assigned a number referring to its point of attachment in the parent chain.
• C)The name of the alkane is written as a single word.
• D)The parent name is taken from the longest continuous chain of carbon atoms.

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