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Question
State whether the following statement is True or False.
While naming a compound according to IUPAC, the substituent occurring at the lower number is written first.
True or False
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Solution
This statement is false.
Explanation:
According to IUPAC rules, prefixes for substituents are listed in alphabetical order, regardless of their locant numbers.
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Chapter 12: Organic Chemistry - Intext Question [Page 239]
