This document discusses the nomenclature of organic compounds, specifically alkanes. It begins by explaining that organic compounds are named systematically using IUPAC nomenclature rules. It then discusses naming conventions for acyclic and cyclic alkanes, including classifying carbon and hydrogen atoms. The document outlines the steps for naming alkanes, which include identifying the parent hydrocarbon chain, numbering the carbons, and assigning locants to substituents. Examples are provided to illustrate carbon and hydrogen classification and alkane naming.