Organic Chemistry Flashcards
1
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What is an organic compound?
A
Organic Compounds are compounds made of carbon.
2
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What is an organic acid?
A
Organic acids are organic compounds that are acidic.
3
Q
What are detergents?
A
Detergents are substances that allow water to remove dirt.
4
Q
What are soaps?
A
Soap is a type of detergent that contains organic acids.
5
Q
Where are esters found?
A
Esters are in fruits and flowers, they give them their taste and smell.
6
Q
What is fermentation?
A
Fermentation is when ethane reacts with steam.
7
Q
What is alcohol?
A
Alcohol is organic compounds the contain oxygen, hydrogen, and carbon.
8
Q
When does an ester occur?
A
Esters occur when carboholics react with alcohol.
