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what is the correct iupac name for the following organic compound?
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Explanation:

Step1: Count carbon atoms

Count the total number of C atoms in the chain: there are 10 carbon atoms.

Step2: Identify alkane class

This is a straight-chain alkane (all single bonds, no substituents). For 10 carbons, the prefix is "dec-", and the suffix for alkanes is "-ane".

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Decane