The IUPAC name of the compound with the molecular formula C₃H₈ is-

Correct option is D

The correct answer is (d) Propane.
· The compound CH₃ CH₂ CH₃ consists of three carbon atoms in a straight chain with single bonds between them and hydrogen atoms filling the remaining valence electrons.
· According to the IUPAC nomenclature system, the name of an alkane (a saturated hydrocarbon) with three carbon atoms is "Propane."
· The formula for propane is C₃H₈, which corresponds to the structure CH₃-CH₂-CH₃.

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· Pentane: An alkane with five carbon atoms and the formula C₅H₁₂.
· Methane: The simplest alkane with one carbon atom and the formula CH₄.
· Butane: An alkane with four carbon atoms and the formula C₄H₁₀.