Asked by Malcolm Phipps on Sep 27, 2024
Which of the following is also an acceptable name for 1,3,5-trimethylbenzene?
A) styrene
B) mesitylene
C) cumene
D) cymene
E) 1,3,5-xylene
Trimethylbenzene
This is an aromatic hydrocarbon with three methyl groups attached to its benzene ring, often found in petroleum and used as a solvent or chemical intermediate.
Acceptable Name
A name for a chemical compound that conforms to the nomenclature rules established by the relevant scientific body, such as IUPAC, and is universally recognized.
- Master the rules for the nomenclature of aromatic compounds, including aspects related to positional isomers.
Learning Objectives
- Master the rules for the nomenclature of aromatic compounds, including aspects related to positional isomers.