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What is meant ny 'word root' in IUPAC name. Give word roots for compounds containing upto ten carbon atoms.

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding the Term 'Word Root':** - In IUPAC nomenclature, the term 'word root' refers to the base part of the name that indicates the number of carbon atoms in the longest continuous chain of the compound. 2. **Identifying Word Roots for Carbon Chains:** - The word roots for compounds containing up to ten carbon atoms are derived from both common prefixes and Greek numerical roots. Here’s the list: - **1 Carbon:** Meth- (e.g., Methane) ...
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