Question

question 5 · 1 point
what is the name of the compound shown?
ch₃ - ch₂ - ch₂ - ch₂ - c≡c - ch₂ - ch₃
select the correct answer below:
3 - octane
3 - octyne
3 - octene
pentyne

Explanation:

The compound has 8 carbon atoms (oct - prefix for 8), and it contains a triple - bond (suffix - yne for alkynes). Counting from the end that gives the triple - bond the lowest number, the triple - bond is between the 3rd and 4th carbon atoms.

Answer:

B. 3 - Octyne