What is the iupac name for (ch3)2coh(ch2)2ch3?

a. hexan-3-ol
b. 2-methylpentan-2-ol
c. 2-methylpentan-3-ol
d. dimethylpentan-1-ol

The answer is: B. 2-methylpentan-2-ol.

A functional group is a group of atoms that determines many of the properties of an organic molecule.  

Functional group for alcohol is hydroxyl group or hydroxy group (-OH).

Methyl group (-CH₃) is attached to second carbon atom of pentanol, that i why the name is 2-methyl.

Hydroxy group (-OH) is attached to second carbon atom of pentanol, that i why the name is 2-pentanol.

the solar system used to have much dust particles option no d

metals are good conductor of electricity. it has free electrons on their surface. according to electron pool theory, each atom present in a metal crystal losses all of its valence electron and as a result a pool of free is form. these pool of electrons are free to move and   conduct electricity easily   while making metal as good conductor.

the correct answer is a. the ability of electrons to flow throughout the metal.

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