Basic Concepts Flashcards

1
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How many bonds can carbon form

A

4 covalent bonds

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2
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What is a hydrocarbon

A

Only contains hydrogen and carbon

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3
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What is a saturated hydrocarbon

A

Contains the maximum number of hydrogen atoms per molecule (only has single c-c bond)

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4
Q

What 3 main groups can hydrocarbons be split up into

A

Aliphatic
Alicyclic
Aromatic

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5
Q

What is the molecular formula of benzene

A

C6H6

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6
Q

Why was kekule’s structure not correct

A

All bonds in benzene are equal

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