What is the correct IUPAC name for compound (b) with a chiral center on C2?

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The correct systematic name for compound (a) is debated, with some participants suggesting it is N-phenylhydroxylamine, while others argue for N-hydroxyaniline. For compound (b), the preferred name appears to be 1,1-dichloro-2-ethylcycloheptane, but it is noted that this compound has a chiral center at C2, which could affect its IUPAC naming based on the configuration of the ethyl group (R or S). The discussion highlights the importance of accurate nomenclature in organic chemistry and the implications of chirality on naming conventions.
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Which one is the correct systematic name for compund (a), N-hydroxyaniline or N-phenylhydroxylamine ?

Also, how should we name compound (b), 2,2-dichloro-1-ethylcycloheptane or 1,1-dichloro-2-ethylcycloheptane ?

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umm can you show the structure for a and b? haven't done nomenclature in awhile, but i should be able to figure it out pretty quick.
 
nevermind, had a brain fart.

i believe (a) is N-phenylhydroxylamine

and (b) is 1,1-dichloro-2-ethylcycloheptane
 
Thanks
 
no problem. however i should point out that (b) has a chiral center on C2, this will change it's IUPAC name depending on where the ethyl group is located (R or S).
 

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