Topic 1 (production): DP 1:(1) construct word and balanced formulae equations of chemical reactions as they are encountered

Question 1

What is the prefix for carbon compounds with 1, 2, 3 and 4 carbon atoms?

Answer 1

1: Meth
2: Eth
3: Prop
4: But

Question 2

What is the suffix for carbon compounds with single, double and triple bonds?

Answer 2

Single: -ane
Double: -ene
Triple: -yne

Question 3

What is a functional group?

Answer 3

An atom or group of atoms which gives a homologous series its characteristic chemical properties

Question 4

What is a homologous series?

Answer 4

A series in which all the members have the same functional group and the same general molecular. Members differ by a -CH2 group.