Homologous Series Flashcards by Emma Hoskins | Brainscape

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What is the general formula for Alkanes?

A

CnH2n+2

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What is the general formula for Alkenes?

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CnH2n

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What is the general formula for Alkynes?

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CnH2n-2

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What is the general formula for Haloalkanes?

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R-X
R: Rest of molecule
X: Group 17

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What is the general formula for Alcohols?

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CnH2n+1OH

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What is the general formula for Carboxylic Acids?

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R-COOH
R: Rest of molecule

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What is the general formula for Amines?

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CnH2n+1NH2

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What is the Sufix for Alkanes?

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-ane
e.g. Ethane

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What is the Sufix for Alkenes?

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-ene
e.g. Ethene

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What is the Sufix for Alkynes?

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-yne
e.g. Ethyne

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What is the Sufix for Haloalkanes?

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Depends
e.g. 1-chloroethane

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What is the Sufix for Alcohols?

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-anol
e.g. Ethanol

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What is the Sufix for Carboxylic Acids?

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-anoic acid
e.g. Ethanoic acid

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What is the Sufix for Amines?

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-anamine
e.g. Ethanamine

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