organic chem Flashcards
1
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def: polymer
A
a large molecule made up of repeating subunits known as monomers
2
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def: monomers
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Many small individual molecules, that join to form a polymer
3
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alkene formula
A
CnH2n
4
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alkane formula
A
CnH2n+2.
5
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def: saturated hydrocarbon
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carbon is bonded 4 times, doesnt have double bond
6
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def: cracking
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the process of converting alkanes into alkenes and shorter alkanes. the breaking down large hydrocarbon molecules into smaller ones by heating them in the presence of a catalyst.
7
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which substances neutralise acids ?
A
lime, limestone and calcium hydroxide
