19-4: Branches Alkanes, Isomers Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
Which branch do you always want to identify when naming alkanes?
A
The longest carbon chain
2
Q
When do you use a hyphen?
A
Between any number and letter
3
Q
What is the general format of naming alkanes?
A
number-branch+name
4
Q
What is special when you name a branch?
A
You have to add -yl to the prefix
