The Index of Hydrogen Deficiency Flashcards

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define parent formula

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the formula of the aliphatic alkane that has the same number of carbon atoms in a given organic compound

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define index of hydrogen deficiency (IHD or saturation number)

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the number of pi bonds and rings in a molecule, calculated from the molecular formula

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3
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the _____ is also the number of missing hydrogen atoms divided by two

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IHD

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4
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what is the IHD for a double bond

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5
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what is the IHD for a triple bond

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6
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what is the IHD for a ring

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7
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define heteroatom

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in organic molecules, an atom other than carbon or hydrogen

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