organic chemistry and nomenclature Flashcards
1
Q
what is catenation ?
A
it is the ability to form bonds between the atoms of the same element
2
Q
what is functional group ?
A
it is the group of molecules that control the chemistry of organic compounds
3
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what is molecular formula ?
A
exact number of atoms present in a molecule
4
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what is empirical formula ?
A
simplest number of atoms in a molecule
5
Q
what is structural formula ?
A
the minimal detail using a comparison groups
6
Q
what is the general formula of Alkene and Alkanes
A
Alkene - CnH2n+2
Alkane - CnH2n
