Topic 1: Module 1- Introduction To Organic Chemistry Flashcards
In which two ways are organic compounds created/occur?
Synthetically or organically
What atom is the basis of organic compounds?
Carbon
Why is carbon the basis of organic compounds?
High energy bonds Minimal difference in energy when carbon bonds to compounds other than itself (versus bonding with itself), unlike other atoms. Not as much energy needed to make the bonds as some larger atoms, so less heat released when bonds broken, helping prevent overheating.
Why does carbon form chains?
Carbon is small and creates short bonds because they can get close to each other. This results in catenation (carbon atom chains) such as fats.
What is Catenation?
Carbon acid chain formation
What other atoms can carbon bond with?
Hydrogen (H), Oxygen (O), Nitrogen (N), Phosphorus (P), Sulfur (S) and the halogens (X)
What kinds of bonds can carbon form (number of bonds with an atom)?
Single, double and triple bonds
What is the valence of carbon?
- It is tetravalent.
What is the molecular formula of Acetic Acid?
C2H4O2
What is the condensed structural formula of Acetic Acid?
CH3COOH
What is the structural formula for Acetic Acid?
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What is the difference between Aliphatic and Aromatic? Give examples
Any compound with a benzine ring is an Aromatic compound. Aliphatic compounds have either an acyclic compound or a cyclic compound.
What is the name for the official system of naming compounds?
IUPAC Nomencalture
What is the IUPAC Nomencalture and how does it work?
rules on how to name compounds. Systematic names based on functional groups.
What is the prefix for a compound with 1 carbon atom?
Meth-
