6: Organics I Flashcards
Hydrocarbons definition
Molecules consisting of only hydrogen and carbon atoms
Empirical formulae definition
The lowest whole number ratio of atoms
Molecular formulae definition
The actual number of each type of atom
General formulae definition
The algebraic formula for a homologous series
Structural formulae definition
A minimal detail layout that shows the arrangement of atoms
Displayed formulae definition
A drawing showing all covalent bonds
Skeletal formulae definition
Simplified organic formulae without hydrogen atoms on alkyl chains
Addition reaction definition
Two molecules react together to produce one
Elimination reaction definition
The removal of a small molecule (often water) from the organic molecule
Substitution reaction definition
Swapping a halogen atom for another atom/group of atoms
Hydrolysis reaction definition
Adding water to an organic molecule
Polymerisation reaction definition
Two molecules added together to form 1 longer chain
Structural isomers definition
Same molecular formula but different spatial arrangement of atoms
Homologous series definition
Families of organic compounds with the same functional group and general formula
Functional group definition
An atom or group of atoms which cause molecules to have similar chemical properties
Shape of a Z-isomer
C
Shape of an E-isomer
Z
General formula for alkanes
C(n)H(2n+2)
How are alkane fuels obtained?
The fractional distillation of crude oil
Reforming definition
Turning straight chain hydrocarbons into branched chain alkanes and cyclic hydrocarbons
Benefits of reforming
Allow for more efficient combustion
Harmful chemicals produced during combustion of alkane fuels and associated danger
CO toxic, NO toxic and can form smog, NO2 toxic and forms acid rain, SO2 forms acid rain, C global dimming and respiratory problems, unburnt hydrocarbon form smog
Benefits of catalytic converters for waste gases
Cause CO2 and NO; hydrocarbons and NO; to react together, forming N2 and other products which are less harmful
Advantages of biofuels
Renewable, Allows fossil fuels to be used for other purposes, no risk of large scale pollution
Disadvantages of biofuels
Less space for food crop, shortage of fertile soil