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How are different alkyl groups listed in the name of a branched chain alkane?

Options

  1. AIn alphabetical order
  2. BIn order of molecular weight
  3. CIn order of branching complexity
  4. DIn order of melting point

Correct answer

A. In alphabetical order

Step-by-step solution

Different alkyl groups are listed in alphabetical order in the name of a branched chain alkane.

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