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Nomenclature of Alkenes

  1. Oct 5, 2013 #1

    jorgegalvan93

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    1. The problem statement, all variables and given/known data

    Give the name for the given molecule

    2. Relevant equations

    Following IUPAC rules for alkene nomenclature....

    3. The attempt at a solution

    (Z)-3-methyl-3-butene

    Might be an isobutene?
    Any help is well appreciated, thank you!
     

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  3. Oct 5, 2013 #2

    Pranav-Arora

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    Incorrect. You need to number the double bond with the lowest possible value.
     
    Pranav-Arora, Oct 5, 2013
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