Basic Concepts of Organics 4.1.1 Flashcards
1
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What is a Skeletal Formula?
A
The diagram of a molecule’s structure which contains only Carbon Carbon bonds
2
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What is a Displayed Formula?
A
The diagram of a molecule’s structure which contains all the bonds
3
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What is the naming convention of organic molecules?
A
Prefix + Root + Suffix
Prefix: describes the number, type and location of any branch.
Root: descibes the number of Carbons in the backbone.
Suffix: indicates the organic family the molecule is in
4
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What is a Cycloalkane?
A
A cyclical molecule containing H and C but are joined to form a ring
5
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What is the general formula for the atoms in an Alkane?
A
C(n) H(2n+2)
6
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What is the general formula for the atoms in an Alkene?
A
C(n) H(2n)
