Question

Name this compound: -Using E/Z designation -Using Cis/Trans designation

Answer 1

Answer:

A:  (Z)-3-chloro-4-ethyl-2,5-dimethyl-3-hexene

B: (cis)-3-chloro-4-ethyl-2,5-dimethyl-3-hexene

Explanation:

                   The two two heavier groups around the double bond are chlorine and isopropyl.

                    Both of these heavier groups are on the same side therefore, they are designated as cis or Z conformer.