Nomenclature of
Alkanes (IUPAC Rules):
The
IUPAC (International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry)
system provides systematic rules for naming alkanes and other organic
compounds. Here are the basic rules for naming alkanes:
Rule 1: Identify the longest continuous carbon chain in the molecule. This chain is referred to as the "parent chain," and its length determines the base name of the molecule (e.g., methane, ethane, propane, etc.).
