Chapter F, Problem D.5AST

(a)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Compound ${\text{CH}}_{\text{2}}\text{BrCl}$ has to be named.

Concept Introduction:

Hydrocarbons are the backbones of organic compounds.  Haloalkane is the compound that contains atleast one halogen in the carbon chain.  Compounds that contain halogen in the carbon chain are named considering the halogen name and the alkane name.  The halogen name is shortened as halo- followed by the alkane to which it is bonded.  If there are more than one halogen of the same element, then the respective Greek prefix is added accordingly.

If two different halogen atoms are present in the alkane chain, then the halogens are arranged in the alphabetical order.

(b)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The type of organic compound ${\text{CH}}_{\text{3}}{\text{CH(OH)CH}}_{\text{3}}$ has to be given.

Concept Introduction:

Organic compounds can be classified by the functional groups that is attached in the compound.  Some of the organic compounds are carboxylic acids, alcohol, haloalkanes, ether, etc.