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Ch. 18 - Reactions of Benzene and Substituted Benzenes
Bruice - Organic Chemistry 8th Edition
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Chapter 19, Problem 43g,h,i

Name the following:
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Step 1: Analyze the first structure. It consists of a benzene ring with two substituents: a methyl group (CH₃) and a bromine atom (Br). Determine the positions of the substituents on the benzene ring and assign the lowest possible locants following IUPAC nomenclature rules.
Step 2: For the second structure, observe that it contains a benzene ring with a methyl group (CH₃) attached, and the benzene ring is connected to a cyclohexane ring. Identify the parent chain and name the substituents accordingly.
Step 3: Examine the third structure. It consists of a benzene ring with three substituents: an ethyl group (CH₂CH₃), a chlorine atom (Cl), and an amino group (NH₂). Assign the lowest possible locants to the substituents, prioritizing functional groups like NH₂ according to IUPAC rules.
Step 4: For each structure, combine the substituent names with the parent chain name (benzene) and include locants to indicate the positions of the substituents. Ensure the names are in alphabetical order for substituents.
Step 5: Verify the names for accuracy and consistency with IUPAC nomenclature rules, ensuring that the substituents and their positions are correctly represented in the final name.

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