Organic chemistry Flashcards
Define Homologous series
a ‘family’ of similar compounds with similar
chemical properties due to the presence of the
same functional group
Describe the general characteristics of a
homologous series
- Same chemical properties
- Same general formula
- Same method of preparation
- Vary in physical properties
Describe structural isomerism
Structural isomerism = compounds with the same molecular formula exist in
different forms due to different arrangements of atoms
Define hydrocarbons
Compounds that are made up of only hydrogen and carbon atoms
Define saturated compounds
A compound containing only carbon-carbon single bonds
Define unsaturated compounds
Compounds that contain one or more carbon-carbon double or triple bonds.
Nmenoic for the naming the carbon chains
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Methane, Ethane, Propane, Butane, Hexane, Heptane
When does complete combustion occur?
Complete combustion occurs when there is excess oxygen so water and carbon dioxide form
When does incomplete combustion occur?
Incomplete combustion occurs when there is insufficient oxygen to burn so either carbon monoxide and water or carbon and water form
Which functional group undergoes substitution reaction?
Alkanes
Which functional group undergoes addition reaction?
Alkenes
General formula of alkane
CnH2n+2
General formula of alkene
CnH2n
Uses of alkenes
to make alcohols
to make plastics
to make polymers
as a solvent
Two pollution problems caused by non-biodegradable plastics
Ingestion of plastics fatal to animals
Combustion releases toxins