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ChemistryNomenclatureBasic Intro, Classification, Common & Trivial NamesMedium2 minQB
ChemistryMediumsingle choice
Number of carbon(s) in 1st member of homologous series of ester is :
Options:
Answer:
B
Solution:
Question Explanation:
The question asks the number of carbon atoms present in the first member of the homologous series of esters.
Concept:
Homologous Series, Esters, Functional Group Identification
Solution:
The general formula of an ester is R–COO–R′.
The smallest possible ester is methyl methanoate (HCOOCH3 ).
Carbon count:
1 carbon from –COO– (methanoate carbonyl carbon)
1 carbon from –CH3 group
Total carbon atoms = 2
Final answer : Option (B)
Stream:JEESubject:ChemistryTopic:NomenclatureSubtopic:Basic Intro, Classification, Common & Trivial Names
⏱ 2mℹ️ Source: QB
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