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Problem 18 - Entrance Test
What is the IUPAC name for HCOOH?
A. Ethanoic acid
B. Methanoic acid
C. Propanol
D. Butanal
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Correct: B
HCOOH is a carboxylic acid with one carbon atom. The prefix 'meth-' indicates one carbon atom, and the '-oic acid' suffix indicates a carboxylic acid. Thus, its IUPAC name is Methanoic acid (common name: Formic acid).