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Which statement accurately describes the relationship between successive compounds in a homologous series?

  • Each compound differs by a consistent functional group.
  • Each compound has the same molecular formula but a different structural arrangement.
  • Each compound exhibits identical chemical properties due to similar structures.
  • Each compound differs by a constant $CH_2$ unit. (correct)

Given the general formula $C_nH_{2n-2}$, which class of hydrocarbons does this formula represent?

  • Alkenes
  • Alkanes
  • Alkynes (correct)
  • Cycloalkanes

Why is the concept of hybridization necessary to explain the bonding in organic compounds?

  • It precisely predicts the reactivity of all organic molecules.
  • It adequately explains how atoms use orbitals to form single, double, and triple bonds. (correct)
  • It helps in simplifying complex molecular structures for easier analysis.
  • It directly matches the atomic structures found in the periodic table.

Considering the structural properties of aromatic compounds, what is the primary structural feature that defines them?

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If a compound has the molecular formula $C_6H_{12}$, which of the following classifications could it potentially belong to?

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Which statement accurately reflects the impact of Friedrich Wöhler's discovery on the field of chemistry?

<p>It disproved the long-standing theory of Vitalism by synthesizing an organic compound from an inorganic source. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did August Kékulé contribute to the advancement of organic chemistry in the mid-19th century?

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Considering Wöhler's experiment, what was the critical observation that led him to question existing chemical theories?

<p>Identifying that the solid residue following evaporation of aqueous ammonium cyanate was urea, not ammonium cyanate. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How would you describe the significance of Isomerism discovery?

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Which of the following statements best describes the term Vitalism?

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What is the general definition of Organic Chemistry?

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What role did Jon Jacob Berzelius play in the history of organic chemistry?

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Based on the information provided, what can be inferred about the state of organic chemistry before Wöhler's experiment?

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Considering the rules for naming organic compounds, what is the correct order for assembling the name of a compound?

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A compound contains a five-carbon chain with only single bonds and is a hydrocarbon. According to the naming conventions, what would be the root name and suffix for this compound?

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If a molecule contains both a hydroxyl (-OH) group and a double bond, which suffix would take precedence in naming the compound, assuming there are no carboxylic acid groups present?

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What infix would you use to describe a carbon chain that contains one triple bond and several single bonds?

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Which of the following functional groups would be considered the most important when determining the suffix of an organic compound?

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A six-carbon chain has a ketone functional group and two methyl substituents on the second and fourth carbons. What is the correct IUPAC name for this compound?

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A compound contains a benzene ring ($C_6H_5$) attached to a methyl group ($CH_3$). What is the correct prefix to use when naming this substituent?

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How would you correctly name $CH_3-CH_2-CH(Br)-CH_3$?

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Given the IUPAC nomenclature rules, which of the following compounds is named by identifying the longest continuous carbon chain to determine the base name?

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In naming organic compounds, what is the significance of the principal functional group when multiple functional groups are present?

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How are multiple positions of the same functional group indicated in the IUPAC nomenclature of organic compounds?

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While naming a complex organic molecule, how would you prioritize and name an alkyl substituent (e.g., methyl, ethyl) in relation to a more reactive functional group (e.g., alcohol, carboxylic acid)?

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Consider a molecule with both an alcohol (-OH) and a ketone ($C=O$) group. According to IUPAC nomenclature rules, which functional group would determine the suffix of the compound's name?

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If a compound contains both an alkene ($C=C$) and an alkyne ($C \equiv C$) group, how is the parent chain numbered to give each multiple bond the lowest possible number?

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When naming organic compounds, under what conditions is it unnecessary to indicate the position of a functional group with a number?

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Given that over 98% of known compounds are organic, what are the implications of this fact for fields such as pharmacology and biochemistry?

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Why is the hybridization model necessary to accurately describe the bonding in a water ($H_2O$) molecule?

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What is the significance of $sp^3$ hybridization in carbon, nitrogen, and oxygen-containing compounds?

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How does the hybridization of the central atom influence the molecular geometry of a molecule?

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Consider a molecule with a central atom that is $sp^2$ hybridized. What geometric arrangement of atoms and lone pairs would you expect around this central atom?

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How does the boiling point change within a homologous series of alcohols?

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What structural difference defines successive members in a homologous series, and how does this difference affect their relative molecular mass?

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What distinguishes members of a homologous series in terms of chemical properties, and what is the underlying reason for this?

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How would you describe the composition of an $sp^3$ hybridized orbital?

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Which of the following statements accurately describes the transformation of propanol during oxidation to carboxylic acids?

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Why is the hydrogenation of alkenes considered a crucial method for alkane preparation?

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What is the role of Grignard reagents in the preparation of alkanes, and what is the key step involving them?

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Considering the physical properties of alkanes, how does an increase in the number of methylene units impact their boiling points, and why does this trend occur?

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Given the general formula $C_nH_{2n+2}$ for alkanes, what is the maximum number of monobromo ($Br$) derivatives that can be formed from propane ($C_3H_8$)?

<p>2 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Based on the information about alkane solubility, predict the miscibility of pentane in a mixed solvent system containing equal volumes of water and benzene.

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Cycloalkanes also have the general formula $C_nH_{2n+2}$ like Alkanes, is this statement True or False?

<p>False, the general formula for cycloalkanes is $C_nH_{2n}$ (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Given that alkanes can be prepared via hydrogenation of alkenes and reduction of alkyl halides, which synthetic route would be most efficient for preparing ethane from readily available starting materials?

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Flashcards

Organic Chemistry

Study of carbon-containing compounds.

Organic (Berzelius)

Compounds originating from living or once-living matter.

Inorganic (Berzelius)

Compounds from non-living or 'mineral' matter.

Vitalism

The belief that organic compounds originate only from living organisms.

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Friedrich Wöhler

Synthesized urea from ammonium cyanate, disproving Vitalism.

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Wöhler's Synthesis

Heating ammonium cyanate ($NH_4OCN$) produces urea ($(NH_2)_2CO$).

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Isomerism

Same molecular formula, different structural arrangement.

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Kekule's Contribution

Relationship between a compound's chemical formula and atom arrangement.

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Sources of Organic Compounds

Carbonized organic matter, living organisms and invention/human ingenuity.

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Nomenclature

The systematic naming of organic compounds.

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Longest Carbon Chain

The longest continuous chain of carbon atoms in a molecule; forms the base name.

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Functional Group

A specific atom or group of atoms within a molecule that is responsible for the characteristic chemical reactions of that molecule.

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Alkane

A hydrocarbon with only single bonds.

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Alkene

A hydrocarbon containing at least one carbon-carbon double bond.

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Ancillary Functional Groups

Substituents attached to the main carbon chain.

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Amine Group

A chemical group with the formula -NH2

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Cyanide Group

A chemical group consisting of carbon triple-bonded to nitrogen (-CN)

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Chain Designation

The number of carbon atoms in the longest continuous chain in a molecule.

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Infix (in Organic Names)

Indicates the types of carbon-carbon bonds in a molecule (-an-, -en-, -yn-).

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Suffix (in Organic Names)

Indicates the class of compound based on the most important functional group.

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Prefix (in Organic Names)

Indicates other atoms/groups attached to the main carbon chain.

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-oic acid

Alkanoic acid with the structure R-C(=O)-OH

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-al

Alkanal with the structure H-C(=O)-C-C

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Homologous Series

A series of compounds where each differs from the previous one by a -$CH_2$ unit.

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Hydrocarbons

Compounds containing only hydrogen and carbon atoms.

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Saturated Hydrocarbons (Alkanes)

Hydrocarbons with only single bonds; general formula is $C_nH_{2n+2}$.

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Unsaturated Hydrocarbons (Alkenes)

Hydrocarbons with at least one double bond; general formula is $C_nH_{2n}$.

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Hybridization Model

A model explaining real molecular structures (e.g., methane $CH_4$) where bond lengths and angles are equivalent, achieved through orbital mixing.

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s and p Orbital Mixing

Mixing of s and p atomic orbitals results in oblong-shaped hybrid orbitals.

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$sp^3$ Hybridized Orbitals

Hybridized orbitals with 1/4 s character and 3/4 p character.

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$sp^3$ Orbitals in $H_2O$

In the $sp^3$ hybridization of oxygen in water, there are two equivalent lone pairs and two half-filled orbitals for sigma bonds.

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$sp^3$ Hybrid Orbitals

Used when there are no pi-bonds.

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$sp^3$ and Tetrahedral Shape

The $sp^3$ orbitals project to the four corners of a regular tetrahedron.

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Homologous Series Characteristics

Members can be represented by a general formula, with successive members differing by -$CH_2$-.

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Boiling Point Trend in Homologous Series

Adding -$CH_2$- increases boiling point.

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Oxidation of Alcohols

Oxidation process where ethanol, propanol, or butanol become carboxylic acids through the loss of hydrogen atoms.

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Alkene Hydrogenation

Alkenes ($C_nH_{2n}$) react with hydrogen ($H_2$) using Pt, Pd, or Ni catalyst to produce alkanes ($C_nH_{2n+2}$).

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Alkanes Definition

Saturated hydrocarbons with single bonds and tetrahedral geometry; main source is petroleum.

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Alkene to Alkane Conversion

This is the most important method of preparing alkanes, where alkenes quantitatively turn into alkanes with a catalyst.

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Reduction of Halides

Halogens in halides are replaced by hydrogen atoms using a metal and acid.

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Grignard Reagent Hydrolysis

Used to form alkanes via $RX + Mg \rightarrow RMgX \xrightarrow[H_2O]{} RH$.

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Alkane Sources

Includes natural gas, petroleum, marsh gas, and decomposition of organic matter.

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Physical Properties of Alkanes

Methane to butane are gases; pentane boils just above room temperature, with boiling point increasing with each $CH_2$ unit. Soluble in non-polar solvents.

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