11.5 introduction to reaction mechanisms Flashcards
1
Q
what is homolytic fission?
A
each of the bonded atoms takes one of the shared pair of electrons from the bond, forming 2 radicals
2
Q
what is heterolytic fission?
A
one of the bonded atoms takes both of the electrons from the bond, forming a cation and anion
3
Q
what do curly arrows show?
A
movement of electron pairs
4
Q
what is an addition reaction?
A
2 reactants join together to form one product
5
Q
what is a substitution reaction?
A
an atom or group of atoms is replaced by a different atom or group of atoms
6
Q
what is an elimination reaction?
A
1 reactant forms 2 products
7
Q
what is a radical?
A
an atom or group of atoms with an unpaired electron
