Ketones Flashcards
What is the functional group of the ketones?
> C=O attached to to alkyl groups (R)
What is the general formula for ketone?
RCOR
Where can the functional group of the ketones not be placed?
At the end of a chain
Why can the functional group of the ketones not be placed at the end of the chain?
Because it has two alkyl groups attached (R)
How many ketones do you need to know as part of your course?
2
Name the two ketones that are part of your course.
Propanone (acetone)
Butanone (Methylethyl ketone)
What is propanone also called?
Acetone
What is butanone also called?
Methylethyl ketone
What is the formula for propanone?
CH3COCH3
What is the formula for butanone?
CH3COC2H5
Name the compound with the formula CH3COCH3.
Propanone
Name the compound with the formula CH3COC2H5 .
Butanone
What is the ending of all the ketones?
‘one’
What is the ketone of propane?
Propanone
What is the ketone of butane?
Butanone