How to Name Organic Compounds (Simple)

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: See how many Carbon atoms are in the chain.

   For 'A level' you must memorize all of names in this table. , Replace the
   -ane with an
   -ene.
   
   For example this would be Ethene. , The halo- in its name comes from Halogen.
   
   Learn how to name them from reading the next steps ,,, It must always be between a number and a letter, like this "2-chloro...."
   
   This is a functional group. , In this case it can only be
   2. , It is laid out like this. , Again count out on which number carbon the Halogens are attached to, remembering to keep the lowest numbered carbons. like so. , Get the Halogens in alphabetical order.
   
   Example:
   Bromo comes before Chloro.
   
   Use this information here is for the name of this molecule. ,,
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   Step 2: Look at the table to determine what its name is.

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   Step 3: The other variation of the hydrocarbon is to have a double bond in them

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   Step 4: like this.

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   Step 5: Examine the Haloalkane!

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   Step 6: Number the carbons

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   Step 7: starting from the Halogen (or functional group).

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   Step 8: Use this table to find the name you will add to your chain's name.

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   Step 9: Name it like this

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    Step 10: and keep in mind that the "-" is essential for naming compounds.

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    Step 11: Introduce Functional Groups!

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    Step 12: To name it

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    Step 13: make sure to count from the side that gives it the smallest number.

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    Step 14: Use this table to name it.

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    Step 15: Introduce two Halogens into our hydrocarbon

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    Step 16: like this.

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    Step 17: Remember another essential piece of information.

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    Step 18: Test your work on using the knowledge gained from this article

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    Step 19: Find answer below 1-Bromo-3-Chlorobutane

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