2.4 organic compounds Flashcards
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what is a homologous series?
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a set of compounds that have the same general formula, naming rules, and functional group and therefore similar chemical properties, but differ from their neighbour in the series by only CH2.
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what is a functional group?
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specific groups of atoms or bonds within molecules that are responsible for the characteristic chemical reactions of those molecules.
3
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what is a saturated organic compound?
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the carbon atoms are connected by carbon-carbon single bonds. they have the capacity to make more bonds.
4
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what is an unsaturated organic compound?
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the carbon atoms are connected by carbon-carbon double or triple bonds. they do not have the capacity to make any more bonds.
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