Question

write the systematic name of each organic molecule:

Explanation:

Step1: Identify the longest carbon - chain

The longest carbon - chain has 8 carbon atoms, so the parent name is octane.

Step2: Locate and name the substituents

There are two methyl groups. One is on the 3 - carbon atom and the other is on the 6 - carbon atom.

Answer:

3,6 - dimethyloctane