4.1.1 Basic concepts of organic chemistry Flashcards
Give the IUPAC name of the compound with structural formula of CH3CH2CH(CH3)CH2OH ?
2-methylbutan-1-ol
Definition of general formula
The simplest algebraic formula of a member of a homologous series
Definition of structural formula
Shows the arrangement of atoms in a molecule
Definition of displayed formula
The relative positioning of atoms and bonds between them
Definition of skeletal formula
Representation of molecule where covalent bonds are lines and shows associated functional groups
Define homologous series
A series of organic compounds which have the same functional group but with each successive member differing by CH2
Define functional group
Group of atoms repressible for the characteristic reaction of a compound
What is an aliphatic compound
A compound containing carbon and hydrogen bonds joined together in a straight line, branched chain and non aromatic rings
What is an alicyclic compound
Compound arranged in non aromatic rings with or without side chains
What is an aromatic compound
A compound containing a benzene ring
What is the difference between a saturated and unsaturated compound ?
Unsaturated compound contains at least one carbon - carbon double bond or aromatic ring
Define a radical
A species with an unpaired electron
What does a curly arrow represent
The movement of an electron pair
Define a structural isomer
Compounds with the same molecular formula but different structural formulas
Define homolytic fission
Each bonded atom receives one electron from the bonded pair forming two radicals
Define heterolytic fission
One bonded atom receives both electrons from the bonded pair
