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What is the IUPAC name of CH₃CH₂CH₂CH(Cl)CH₃ ?

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4-Chloropentane Correct 2-Chloropentane 3-Chloropentane 1-Chloropentane

Explanation

The compound has a five-carbon chain (pentane) with chlorine on the fourth carbon. The name is 4-chloropentane.

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