halogenalkanes Flashcards
1
Q
what is the general formula
A
CnH2n+1X
2
Q
how do you name them
A
the prefix fluoro,chloro etc and number show which carbon its bonded to
3
Q
what is the bond polarity
A
c-x the halogen is always more reactive than carbon
4
Q
what are the bp like
A
bp increases with chain length
increases going down the group
5
Q
what is a nucleophile
A
reagent that attacks from behind and forms bonds , it has has a lone pair
6
Q
what is the reactivity for halogenoalkanes
A
C-F is the strongest bond enthalpy
