organic chemistry

Question 1

what is the set up for nomenclature

Answer 1

1. find the longest chain of carbons
2. count the carbons and number them so the smallest numbers are close to the side chains
3. name the chains in alphabetical order starting with the carbon number and adding the name (with an yl)
4. end the name with the suffix of carbons in main chain.

Question 2

Alkanes formula and bonding

Answer 2

CnH2n+2, single bonds (saturated), sp3

Question 3

Alkenes formula and bonding

Answer 3

CnH2n, double bonds (unsaturated), sp2

Question 4

Alkynes formula and bonding

Answer 4

CnH2n-2, triple bonds (unsaturated), sp