Did I define this correctly? (IUPAC System of nomenclature)

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The discussion centers around the chemical structure of 2-chloro-4-ethyl heptane. The initial inquiry seeks clarification on whether a specific -CH2-CH group at the 4-position qualifies as an ethyl group, with an acknowledgment of missing hydrogen atoms in the initial representation. Ultimately, the user concludes that they have found the answer to their question and expresses gratitude for the assistance.
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Just to be sure, is this:

2-chloro,4-ethyl heptane ?

edit- i noticed i left out the hydrogens in the ethyl, pretend they r there :)

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You have a -CH2-CH group at the 4-position. Is that ethyl?
 
We are asked to pretend it IS ethyl.
 
chemisttree said:
You have a -CH2-CH group at the 4-position. Is that ethyl?

yes, i forgot to finish the H"s
 
nevermind, I have found the answer. Thank you anyway!
 
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