homologous series

Question 1

molecular formula

Answer 1

shows type and number of atoms in a molecule. eg. C2H6

Question 2

condensed structural formula

Answer 2

shows type and number of atoms in a molecule, with groups of atoms within the molecule written separate. eg. CH3CH3

Question 3

structural formula

Answer 3

graphical representation of a molecule. shows the type and number of atoms and how they are bonded.

Question 4

homologous series

Answer 4

a group of organic molecules from the same family of organic molecules that share the same general formula, and have similar chemical properties.

Question 5

hydrocarbons

Answer 5

molecules that contain only carbon and hydrogen atoms. eg, alkanes and alkenes.

Question 6

saturated

Answer 6

single bonds between carbon atoms. where every carbon is fully bonded to other atoms.

Question 7

unsaturated

Answer 7

contains at least one double or triple bond between carbon atoms.

Question 8

alkane general formula

Answer 8

CnH2n+2

Question 9

alkene general formula

Answer 9

CnH2n

Question 10

alcohol general formula

Answer 10

CnH2n+1OH