13 halogenalkanes Flashcards
1
Q
what is the general formula for a haloalkane?
A
C n H 2n+1 X (X being the halogen)
2
Q
how can haloalkanes be classified?
A
primary
secondary
tertiary
3
Q
what is a primary haloalkane?
A
the halogen is attached to a C which is only attached to one other C
4
Q
what is a secondary haloakane?
A
the halogen is attached to a C which is attached to 2 Cs
5
Q
what is a tertiary haloalkane?
A
the halogen is attached to a C which is attached to 3 Cs
6
Q
kk
A
k
