AS 2.2:Nomenclature and Isomerism

Question 1

Homologous Series

Answer 1

A series of compounds with the same general formula, the same functional group, differs by a CH₂ group and have similar chemical properties.

Question 2

Isomerism

Answer 2

When two or more compounds, called isomers, have the same molecular formulabut different arrangements of the atoms.

Question 2

Functional Group

Answer 2

An atom or group of atoms present in an organic compoundwhich gives the compound its chemical properties. it is a reactive group within a compound.

Question 3

Structural Isomers

Answer 3

When two or more compounds have the same molecular formula but different structursl formulae.

Question 4

Stereoisomerism

Answer 4

When two or more compounds have the same molecular formula and the same structural formula but different 3D spacial arrangements of their bonds.

Question 5

Geometric Isomers

Answer 5

Compounds with the same molecular formula and same

Question 6

Molecular Formula

Answer 6

Shows the actual number of atoms of each element in a molecule.

Question 7

Emperical Formula

Answer 7

Shows the simplest whole number ratio of atoms of each element in a compound.

Question 8

Stuctural Formula

Answer 8

Shows how all the atoms are bonded together.

Question 9

Condensed Structural Formula

Answer 9

Each Carbon is written seperately and following each carbon are the other atoms bonded to it.

Question 10

Skeletal Formula