6.11 - What is organic chemistry? Flashcards
1
Q
What is the main feature of an organic compound?
A
That it contains carbon
2
Q
What other atom do almost all of these compounds also contain?
A
Hydrogen
3
Q
What is a compound consisting of only carbon and hydrogen atoms called?
A
A hydrocarbon
4
Q
What is a saturated hydrocarbon?
A
A hydrocarbon containing only single bonds
5
Q
What is an unsaturated hydrocarbon?
A
A hydrocarbon containing one or more multiple bonds
6
Q
What are examples of multiple bonds?
A
Double or triple bonds between carbon atoms
