For part b of self test 2.2A is it also correct to call the structure
1,4-diiodocyclohexa-1,3,5-triene?
Self test 2.2A
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Re: Self test 2.2A
The benzene ring is extremely common in organic chemistry, and because of its aromaticity it has different reactivity than a 1,3,5-triene. While your name seems like it would be the correct IUPAC name, calling it a diiodobenzene is more appropriate.
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