MCAT Organic Chemistry Question 1: Answer and Explanation

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Question: 1

1. Which of the following lists the correct common names for ethanal, methanal, and ethanol, respectively?

  • A. Acetaldehyde, formaldehyde, ethyl alcohol
  • B. Ethyl alcohol, propionaldehyde, isopropyl alcohol
  • C. Ethyl alcohol, formaldehyde, acetaldehyde
  • D. Isopropyl alcohol, ethyl alcohol, formaldehyde

Correct Answer: A

Explanation:

The common name of ethanal is acetaldehyde; the common name of methanal is formaldehyde; and the common name of ethanol is ethyl alcohol. Isopropyl alcohol is the common name of 2-propanol. Proprionaldehyde is the common name of propanal.

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