TOPIC 7 - Organic Chemistry Flashcards
1
Q
What are the simplest organic compounds (compounds that contain carbon)?
A
Hydrocarbons.
2
Q
What are hydrocarbons?
A
Compounds formed from hydrogen and carbon atoms only.
3
Q
In alkanes, each carbon atom forms…
A
4 single covalent bonds.
4
Q
Name the first four alkanes:
A
1) Methane.2) Ethane.3) Propane.4) Butane.
5
Q
Give the formula for alkanes:
A
Cn H2n+2
6
Q
What are alkanes?
A
The simplest type of hydrocarbon.
