19-5: Organic Reaction Flashcards
(7 cards)
1
Q
What is substitution?
A
The replacement of 1+ hydrogen atoms in a saturated hydrocarbon with another atom or group
2
Q
What is addition?
A
Adding one or more atoms at a double or triple bond
3
Q
What is hydrogenation?
A
When hydrogen is added to an alkene or alkyne
4
Q
What is fermentation?
A
When an enzyme from yeast breaks down into CO2 and alcohol
5
Q
What is saponification?
A
Reaction of a fat (with an ester group) with a base to form glycerol and soap
6
Q
What is esterification?
A
Reaction of an acid and an alcohol to form an ester and water.
7
Q
What results from esterification?
A
The H from the alcohol and OH from the acid form H2O
