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in case of compounds which have more than 1 functional group while naming the oragnic compound we need to give preference to the functional group according to priority order.but what if it violates the lowest sum rule .i am confused.plz explain

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13 Years agoGrade 11
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Profile image of Raunak Sudeep Taysheti
ApprovedApproved Tutor Answer13 Years ago

functional group has preference over the lowest sum rule. if it is violated it is not a problem.

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ApprovedApproved Tutor Answer13 Years ago

In multiple functional group case u do not see the lowest sum rule. Follow the prefernce order