Nomenklatur Flashcards
(25 cards)
What is the general formula for alkanes?
C_nH_(2n+2)
What is the suffix used in the nomenclature of alkenes?
-ene
True or False: Alkynes contain at least one triple bond.
True
What is the general formula for alkynes?
C_nH_(2n-2)
Fill in the blank: Alcohols are characterized by the presence of a ______ group.
hydroxyl (-OH)
What is the suffix used in the nomenclature of alcohols?
-ol
What is the functional group of aldehydes?
carbonyl group (C=O) at the end of a carbon chain
What suffix is used in the nomenclature of aldehydes?
-al
True or False: Ketones have their carbonyl group at the end of the carbon chain.
False
What is the suffix used in the nomenclature of ketones?
-one
What is the general formula for carboxylic acids?
C_nH_(2n+1)COOH
What is the suffix used in the nomenclature of carboxylic acids?
-oic acid
Identify the functional group present in carboxylic acids.
carboxyl group (-COOH)
What type of bond do alkenes contain?
at least one double bond
How are the carbon atoms in alkanes connected?
by single bonds
Which type of hydrocarbon is unsaturated: alkane, alkene, or alkyne?
alkene and alkyne
What is the simplest alkane?
methane (CH4)
What is the simplest alkene?
ethylene (C2H4)
What is the simplest alkyne?
acetylene (C2H2)
Which compound is an example of a primary alcohol?
ethanol (C2H5OH)
Give an example of a ketone.
acetone (C3H6O)
What distinguishes tertiary alcohols from primary and secondary alcohols?
Tertiary alcohols have the hydroxyl group attached to a carbon that is attached to three other carbons.
What type of isomerism can occur in alkenes?
geometric (cis-trans) isomerism
What is a common use of carboxylic acids?
They are used in the production of food preservatives and flavorings.
