Can These Hydrocarbons Be Properly Named According to IUPAC Rules?

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The discussion focuses on the proper naming of hydrocarbons according to IUPAC rules, specifically addressing the compounds 1-amino-4-methylcyclohexane and 1-amino-2-methylcyclohexane. Participants confirm that these names adhere to IUPAC guidelines, while alternative names presented do not. The conversation highlights the importance of accurate nomenclature in organic chemistry, particularly for compounds related to methylcyclohexane.

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can I name the first compund as 1-amino-4-methylcyclohaeaxne?
can i name the second compound as 1-amino-2-methyl-cyclohexane? why and why not?
 

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Apart from a few typos(*), your names follow the IUPAC rules, while the ones in the picture do not. They might be common names for people working with methylcyclohexane and their derivatives.

(*) 1-amino-4-methylcyclohexane and 1-amino-2-methylcyclohexane
 

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