Systematic Carbon Chemistry Flashcards
What are compounds described as having only single carbon–carbon bonds described as?
Saturated
Compounds containing at least one carbon–carbon double bond are described as?
Saturated
What can compounds containing carbon–carbon double bonds can take part in?
Addition reactions.
What happens in an addition reaction?
Two molecules combine to form a single molecule.
Is it possible to distinguish an unsaturated compound from a saturated and if so how?
Yes, by using bromine solution.
How does bromine solution work to show unsaturated and saturated compounds?
Unsaturated compounds quickly decolourise bromine solution. Compared to saturated compounds.
What are isomers?
Isomers:
- Are compounds with the same molecular formula but different structural formulae.
- May belong to different homologous series.
- Usually have different physical properties.
What does the presence of O-H or N-H bonds imply?
Hydrogen bonding
What can the spatial arrangement of polar covalent bonds result in?
A molecule possessing a permanent dipole.
What does molecular size affect?
London dispersion forces.
What do polar or ionic compounds tend to be soluble in?
Polar solvents.
What do non-polar compounds tend to be soluble in?
Non-polar solvents.
