H Flashcards
What is the atomic number of carbon?
6
How many valence electrons does carbon have?
4
True or False: Carbon is a non-metal element.
True
What is the most common allotrope of carbon?
Graphite
What type of bond does carbon form with hydrogen in organic compounds?
Covalent bond
What is the general formula for alkanes?
CnH2n+2
What is the simplest alkane?
Methane
What functional group is present in alcohols?
Hydroxyl group (-OH)
Which compound is known as ‘wood alcohol’?
Methanol
What is the chemical formula for ethylene?
C2H4
What type of bond is present in a double bond between carbon atoms?
Pi bond
What is the common name for ethanoic acid?
Acetic acid
What functional group is present in carboxylic acids?
Carboxyl group (-COOH)
What is the simplest aromatic hydrocarbon?
Benzene
What is the chemical formula for acetone?
C3H6O
Which compound is commonly used as a solvent in nail polish removers?
Acetone
What is the general formula for alkenes?
CnH2n
What is the main component of natural gas?
Methane
What functional group is present in ethers?
Ether group (-O-)
What is the chemical formula for formaldehyde?
CH2O
Which compound is used in embalming and disinfecting solutions?
Formaldehyde
What is the general formula for alkynes?
CnH2n-2
What is the simplest alkyne?
Ethyne (Acetylene)
What functional group is present in esters?
Ester group (-COO-)
