Intro Flashcards
How many covalent bonds does oxygen form?
2
How many covalent bonds does hydrogen form?
1
What does the molecular formula show
Actual number of elements in a molecule
Define functional groups
The part of the molecule that determines how it reacts
Define homologous series
Series of organic molecules that have the same functional group but each successive member has a CH2
Whats an unsaturated hydrocrrbon?
When there is one or more double bonds present in the hydrocarbon chain
How do we decide how to number the carbon atom in a hydrocarbon chain?
We always number from the end that produces the lowest possible numbers
What does the empirical formula of an organic molecule show?
The simplest whole number ratio of elements within a compound
What does the structural formula show
How atoms are arranged in a molecule, CH3CH2CH2CH2
What does the displayed formula show?
Drawn out structure
What does the skeletal formula show
Simple structure showing only carbon carbon bonds