Chapter 13.2, Problem 13.2PP

(a)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The common name for $\text{3,4-dimethylpentanal}$ has to be given.

Concept Introduction:

Common name of substituted aldehydes:

• Common names of substituted aldehydes are named as derivatives of straight-chain parent compound.
• Greek letters designate the carbon atoms near the carbonyl group.
• The carbon atom bonded to the carbonyl group is alpha, the next removed is beta and so on.

(b)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The common name for $\text{2-ethylpentanal}$ has to be given.

Concept Introduction:

Refer to part (a).

(c)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The common name for $\text{2-chloropropanal}$ has to be given.

Concept Introduction:

Refer to part (a).

(d)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The common name for $\text{3-hydroxybutanal}$ has to be given.

Concept Introduction:

Refer to part (a).