Chapter 19, Problem 54PE

(a)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The IUPAC name for the given condensed structural formula, $\text{H}\underset{\underset{\text{O}}{\text{||}}}{\text{C}}\text{OCH}{\left({\text{CH}}_{\text{3}}\right)}_{\text{2}}$ has to be determined by using the IUPAC rules.

Concept Introduction:

IUPAC rules for naming esters:

• Name the first part of the ester name as the $\text{R}$ (alkyl) group name of the $-\text{COOR}$ ester group.
• Name the second part of the ester name by replacing the $-icacid$ ending of the parent carboxylic acid with $-ate$.

(b)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The given structural formula for the ester compound has to be interpreted at the functional group in order to convert it into the name by using the IUPAC rules.

Concept Introduction:

Refer to part (a).

(c)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

IUPAC name for the given compound has to be written.

Concept Introduction:

Refer to part (a).