What is the IUPAC name for this structure?

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The discussion centers on identifying the correct IUPAC name for a chemical structure, initially misidentified as 1,3-diol cyclohexane. Participants clarify that the structure is actually 1,3-cyclohexanediol, correcting earlier misconceptions. There is a playful exchange about the challenges of providing answers without directly giving them away. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding chemical nomenclature in organic chemistry. Ultimately, the correct name is confirmed as 1,3-cyclohexanediol.
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I am trying to find the IUPAC name for this structure.
I a keep coming across 1,3-diol cyclohexane, but my homework online keeps saying its wrong. Does anyone know what this structure is?

Thanks:)
 

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Hint: best known alcohol is not named olethan.
 


Borek said:
Hint: best known alcohol is not named olethan.

Hmmm. Cryptic. Maybe... best known alcohol is not named 1-ol ethane?
 


Let me try - no absolute guarantee,

1, 3 -cyclohexanol

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Ok, thank you:)
 


symbolipoint said:
1, 3 -cyclohexanol

Nope. Cyclohexanol doesn't have two -OH groups.
 


This one should be better:
1,3-cyclohexanediol
 


symbolipoint said:
This one should be better:
1,3-cyclohexanediol

Yes. And now you should get an infraction for giving final answer. Sigh.
 


thank you:)
 
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Borek said:
Yes. And now you should get an infraction for giving final answer. Sigh.

Yes, it takes as much skill to avoid giving the answer but giving enough help to be... helpful.
 

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