General Concepts/Acid Base Flashcards
1
Q
What is a “heat of combustion”?
A
It is the energy released when a molecule is burned to CO2 and H2O
2
Q
Which isomer is more stable (in terms of energy released)?
A
The isomer that releases the most energy is the least stable
3
Q
How does s character relate to acidity?
A
The higher the s-character of a bond to hydrogen, the more acidic it will be.
4
Q
Acidity and the periodic table
A
- Across the periodic table, acidity increases with electronegativity - Down the periodic table, acidity increases with size
5
Q
Formula for degree of unsaturation
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