Naming organic molecules Flashcards
1
Q
what is the prefix if the organic molecule has 1 carbon?
A
meth
2
Q
what is the prefix if the organic molecule has 2 carbons?
A
eth
3
Q
what is the prefix if the organic molecule has 3 carbons?
A
prop
4
Q
what is the prefix if the organic molecule has 4 carbons?
A
but
5
Q
what is the prefix if the organic molecule has 5 carbons?
A
pent
6
Q
what is the prefix if the organic molecule has 6 carbons?
A
hex
7
Q
what is the suffix for an alkane?
A
- ane
8
Q
what is the suffix for an alkene?
A
- ene
9
Q
what is the suffix for an alcohol?
A
- anol
10
Q
what is the suffix for carboxylic acids?
A
- anoic acid