MCAT Chemistry Question — Methyl Propanoate

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  • What is the structure of methyl propanoate?

    A. CH3COCH2CH3

    B. CH3COOCH3

    C. CH3CH2COOCH3

    D. CH3CHOCH2CH3

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    Break down the compound name: methyl indicates CH3, propane indicates a 3-carbon chain, and “oate” indicates an ester linkage. Only choice C) has the correct groups present.

    A. CH3COCH2CH3, incorrect, This is a ketone.

    B. CH3COOCH3, incorrect, This shows an ester but lacks a 3-carbon propane.

    C. CH3CH2COOCH3, correct.

    D. CH3CHOCH2CH3, incorrect, This is an ether.

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