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Identify the incorrect name of the shown compound.(a) N-Propylamine(b) Isopropylamine(c) 2-Aminopropane(d) Propan-2-amineI have been asked this question in an interview for job.This key question is from Amines Nomenclature in section Amines of Chemistry – Class 12

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The correct option is (a) N-Propylamine

The best I can explain: The SHOWN COMPOUND is a primary amine and hence the locant N cannot be used as it is INVALID. The amino group is attached to the second carbon of the PROPYL group (which is also known as isopropyl substituent).



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