Practice mode Chemistry of Hydrocarbons

What is the IUPAC name of CH₃C≡CCH₃?

Correct answer A. But-2-yne

Explanation

The chain has four carbon atoms with a triple bond between C2 and C3. Alkynes take the suffix -yne with the lowest locant, so the name is but-2-yne.

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