6:Organic 1 Flashcards
1
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What is a homologous series?
A
A series of organic compounds having the same functional group but with each successive member differing by CH3.
2
Q
What is a functional group?
A
A group of atoms responsible for characteristic reactions of a compound.
3
Q
What is a hydrocarbon?
A
A compound containing hydrogen and carbon only.
4
Q
What is the general formula for alkanes?
A
CnH2n+2
5
Q
What is the general formula for alkenes?
A
CnH2n.
6
Q
What does saturated mean?
A
Organic compounds which only contain single bonds.
7
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What are unsaturated compounds?
A
Organic compounds that contain at least on carbon double bond.
