Naming of diazo compound which is correct?

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The correct name for the diazo compound resulting from the reaction is 4-hydroxyphenyl azobenzene. This conclusion is supported by the consensus in the forum discussion, where participants confirmed that 4-hydroxyphenyl azobenzene is the appropriate nomenclature, as opposed to 4-hydroxyazobenzene. The distinction is crucial for accurate chemical communication and understanding of the compound's structure.

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the product of reaction should be named as
4-hydroxyazobenzene OR 4-hydroxyphenyl azobenzene? i have 2 books . both give different name ... which is correct?

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it should be 4-hydroxyphenyl azobenzene in my opinion. Am i correct?https://www.flickr.com/photos/110120795@N06/15277006675/in/photostream/
 

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desmond iking said:
which is correct?
desmond iking said:
4-hydroxyphenyl azobenzene in my opinion.
Correct.
 

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