25.2.2 Carbonyl-Containing Functional Groups Flashcards
Which statement about carbonyls and carbonyl function groups is not correct?
Ketones have two carbon atoms attached to the oxygen atom in a carbonyl.
Which statement about nomenclature of functional groups is not correct?
This molecule is a ketone known as 4-hexanone.
Look at the two oxidation reactions. Which statement about the formation of aldehydes or ketones is not correct?
In both reactions, a π bond is broken as a result of the oxidation event.
Which statement about carboxylic acids is not correct?
A resonance structure distributes a charge more across the molecule, making it less stable.
A carbonyl group is __________.
an oxygen double bonded to a carbon
Which of the following does not contain a carbonyl group in its structure?
alkynes
Which statement about aldehydes or ketones is not correct?
A ketone can also be directly attached to hydrogen atoms.
Which statement about carboxylic acid or esters is not correct?
An ester contains a carbon atom that has two double bonds to two oxygen atoms.
Which statement about Greek prefixes is not correct?
The Greek prefix -eth means one. The Greek prefix -meth means two.
