Reference IUPAC Nomenclature Reference Parent Chain Prefixes
Parent Chain Prefixes
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| Carbons | Prefix | Carbons | Prefix |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | meth- | 6 | hex- |
| 2 | eth- | 7 | hept- |
| 3 | prop- | 8 | oct- |
| 4 | but- | 9 | non- |
| 5 | pent- | 10 | dec- |
For chains longer than 10 carbons: undec- (11), dodec- (12), tridec- (13), tetradec- (14), pentadec- (15).