WCH11 October 2022

5​​ Which structure has the name E‑2‑bromo‑3‑chloropent‑2‑ene?

ANSWER

A​​ 

 

Analysis of Option/Explanation

Remember that if the two highest priority groups on each carbon atom are on the same side of the double bond, it is a Z isomer. If they are on opposite sides, it is an E isomer.

Option B

The said structure is Z-2-bromo-3-chloropent-ene.

Option C

the said structure is E-3-bromo-2-chloropent-2-ene.

Option D

The said structure is E-4-bromo-3-chloropent-2-ene.

Option A

The said structure is E-2-bromo-3-chloropent-2-ene, which is required in the question. Hence, Option A is the correct answer.