structural characteristics of alkanes Flashcards
very basic terminology about alkanes. nothing new.
1
Q
shape and hybridization of every carbon atom in an alkane
A
sp3 hybridized with tetrahedral shape
C-C bonds- sp3 sp3 each overlap
H-C bonds- sp3 & s respectively overlap
all bonds are strong sigma bonds.
2
Q
C-C AND C-H bond lengths in Angstrom in alkane
A
1.54 and 1.112 Angstrom respectively
3
Q
bond angles in alkane
A
109.5 degrees
4
Q
what kind of structure (3D OR PLANAR)
A
3D structure
