Which of the following functional groups possesses a HIGHER priority than the nitrile () group in IUPAC nomenclature?

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Which of the following functional groups possesses a HIGHER priority than the nitrile ($-CN$) group in IUPAC nomenclature?

Prashant Kotian · Accepted Answer

Correct answer: C. The priority sequence is Acid Derivatives > Nitriles > Carbonyls. Therefore, the amide group () has a higher priority than the nitrile group (), which in turn has higher priority than aldehydes and ketones.

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