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What is the primary focus of organic chemistry?
What is the primary focus of organic chemistry?
Which of the following best describes organic chemistry?
Which of the following best describes organic chemistry?
In what academic setting was this introduction to organic chemistry presented?
In what academic setting was this introduction to organic chemistry presented?
When was this introductory lecture on organic chemistry scheduled?
When was this introductory lecture on organic chemistry scheduled?
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Which of the following statements is NOT true about organic chemistry?
Which of the following statements is NOT true about organic chemistry?
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What biological component is primarily responsible for forming structures like hair?
What biological component is primarily responsible for forming structures like hair?
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What role does DNA play in living organisms?
What role does DNA play in living organisms?
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Which of the following is NOT commonly associated with organic chemistry?
Which of the following is NOT commonly associated with organic chemistry?
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Why is organic chemistry significant for a pharmacist?
Why is organic chemistry significant for a pharmacist?
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Which of the following is a primary focus of organic chemistry in the context of pharmacy?
Which of the following is a primary focus of organic chemistry in the context of pharmacy?
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Study Notes
Introduction to Organic Chemistry
- Organic chemistry initially focused on the chemistry of life
- Now encompasses the chemistry of carbon compounds and their interactions with other elements
- Key components found in organic compounds include: living organisms, proteins, DNA, foods, and medicine
What is Organic Chemistry?
- Organic chemistry studies the structure, properties, composition, reactions, and preparation of carbon-containing compounds.
- It encompasses a wide range of compounds, both natural and synthetic.
- Organic chemistry is vital in understanding life processes and developing drugs, materials, and fuels.
Why Study Organic Chemistry as a Pharmacist?
- Organic chemistry is critical for understanding drug design and development.
- Many drugs are organic molecules, and their properties depend on their structure.
- A pharmacist must understand the chemical structures and reactions of drugs.
Examples of Organic Molecules
- The presentation shows various chemical structures, such as Ketoprofen, Diclofenac Potassium, and Sofosbuvir, all used in pharmaceuticals.
- The structures visibly displayed illustrate the diverse chemical makeup of organic compounds.
Atomic Structure
- Atoms have a nucleus comprising protons (+ charge) and neutrons (no charge).
- Electrons orbit the nucleus (− charge).
- The atomic number (Z) represents the number of protons.
- The mass number (A) represents the total number of protons and neutrons.
- Isotopes are atoms of the same element with different neutron numbers and thus different mass numbers (but the same atomic number).
Atomic Number and Atomic Mass
- Atomic number (Z): The number of protons in an atom's nucleus, uniquely identifying an element.
- Mass number (A): The total number of protons and neutrons in an atom's nucleus.
- Atomic mass (atomic weight): The average mass of naturally occurring isotopes, weighted by their relative abundance.
Shapes of Atomic Orbitals
- Electrons occupy specific orbitals around the nucleus.
- Orbitals can have different shapes (s, p, d, f).
- s orbitals are spherical; p orbitals are dumbbell-shaped; d orbitals have more complex shapes.
- s and p orbitals are frequently encountered in organic and biological chemistry.
Electron Configuration & Orbital Diagrams
- Electron configuration describes how electrons are arranged in orbitals.
- Orbital diagrams illustrate electron arrangement in different orbitals.
- Lone pairs are pairs of electrons in an orbital that are not involved in bonding and are important in predicting molecule shape.
- Presented models show electron configurations for carbon, nitrogen, and oxygen atoms and their orbitals.
Orbitals Hybridization
- Hybridization involves combining atomic orbitals to form new hybrid orbitals to explain different bonding.
- The number of hybrid orbitals is equal to the number of atomic orbitals used in the process, for example sp³, sp², and sp.
SP³ Hybridization
- SP³ hybrid orbitals result in four equivalent, tetrahedral orbitals (using 1s and 3p orbitals) forming covalent bonds.
- The example shows CH₄ (methane) and the tetrahedral shape of the molecule with bond angles of 109.5°.
SP² Hybridization
- SP² hybrid orbitals involve one s and two p orbitals, resulting in three equivalent, trigonal planar orbitals.
- The example is CH₂=CH₂ (ethylene) displaying double bonds between carbon atoms with 120-degree bond angles.
SP Hybridization
- SP hybrid orbitals involve one s and one p orbital, forming two equivalent, linear orbitals.
- The example is ethyne (HC≡CH) which presents a triple bond with 180° bond angles.
Valence-Shell Electron-Pair Repulsion (VSEPR) Theory
- The Valence Shell Electron-Pair Repulsion (VSEPR) model predicts the shapes of molecules based on the repulsion between electron pairs.
- Bond angles in molecules are influenced by the repulsion between bonding and non-bonding electron pairs, resulting in variations from ideal values.
Rule for Determining Hybridization
- The number of hybridized orbitals equals the number of attached atoms plus the number of lone pairs on the atom in question.
- Exceptions include cases when lone pairs and π bonds are present.
Differences between σ and π bonds
- σ bonds (sigma) result from head-to-head overlapping of atomic orbitals, allowing free rotation and typically forming single bonds.
- π bonds (pi) result from sideways overlap of p or similar orbitals, preventing free rotation and typically associated with multiple bonds (double or triple).
Additional Notes (from structure A)
- Information regarding sp² and sp³ carbons, a shortest bond, hybridization of Nitrogen (N) and bond angles is included in the last slide.
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This quiz covers the fundamentals of organic chemistry, focusing on its importance in drug design and development. It highlights the study of carbon-containing compounds and their vital role in life processes and medicine. Engage with essential concepts related to organic molecules and their significance in the pharmaceutical field.
