Using IUPAC nomenclature, name the following compound: CH3CH(NH2)CH2CH(CH3)OH
3-amino-2-methylbutan-1-ol
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To name the compound CH3CH(NH2)CH2CH(CH3)OH using IUPAC nomenclature, we follow these steps:
1. Identify the longest chain of carbon atoms that includes the functional groups. In this case, the longest chain has 5 carbon atoms.
2. Number the chain in a way that the functional groups receive the lowest numbers. Start numbering from the end closest to the highest priority functional group, which is the -OH group in this case.
3. Identify and write the substituents on the chain using their correct names and positions. The substituents in this compound are as follows:
- On the 2nd carbon, there is an amino group (NH2), named as amino.
- On the 2nd carbon, there is also a methyl group (CH3), named as methyl.
- On the 4th carbon, there is a hydroxyl group (OH), named as hydroxy.
4. Arrange the substituents alphabetically.
5. Combine the substituent names with the main chain name. Use hyphens to separate numbers and letters in the name.
Therefore, the IUPAC name for the given compound is 2-amino-2-methylbutan-1-ol.