MHT CET Medical202625 April 2026Morning ShiftChemistryChemistry in Everyday LifeActual
What is the correct chemical name of an insecticide DDT?
Options
- ADichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane
- BDichloro Diphenyl Trichloroethene
- CDichloro Diphenyl Trichlorobenzene
- DDiphenyl Dichloro Toluene
Correct answer
A. Dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane
Step-by-step solution
DDT is a well-known insecticide. The full form of DDT is Dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane. Its IUPAC name is 1,1,1-trichloro-2,2-bis(4-chlorophenyl)ethane. Answer: Dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane