Solution
Related Formula
IUPAC Rule: Longest chain select arrow Lowest locant set arrow Alphabetical substituent orderCore Logic
Longest continuous carbon chain contains 7 carbons (heptane). Numbering from left gives locants 3 (ethyl) and 5 (methyl). Alphabetical order: ethyl comes before methyl.
Step 1: Conclusion
IUPAC Name: 3-ethyl-5-methylheptane.
Pattern Recognition
Chain length is 7 (heptane), not 6 (hexane). Apply lowest locants + alphabetical prefix ordering.
Chapter Mix
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