IUPAC Nomenclature of Alkanes
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What is the suffix used to name alkanes according to IUPAC nomenclature?

  • -ol
  • -ane (correct)
  • -ene
  • -yne

In the process of naming an alkane, which step is the first to take place?

  • Finding the longest chain (correct)
  • Locating branches
  • Identifying substituents
  • Determining functional groups

How are substituents in alkane nomenclature named?

  • Using the letters 'yl' (correct)
  • Using numerical indicators
  • Using the suffix -ene
  • Using letters from the Greek alphabet

What is the general term for substituent groups in alkane nomenclature?

<p>Alkyl groups (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which reaction is specifically used for the synthesis of alkanes by heating an alkyl halide with sodium metal?

<p>Wurtz reaction (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What describes the general reactivity of alkanes towards chemical reagents?

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In the presence of heat or light, what type of reaction do alkanes undergo with halogens?

<p>Halogenation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are alkyl halides classified based on the number of halogen atoms attached to the carbon?

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Which method is used to synthesize alkyl halides from alkanes?

<p>Free radical halogenation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In nucleophilic substitution reactions, what occurs to the leaving group?

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Alkane suffix

The suffix used to name alkanes according to IUPAC nomenclature is "-ane".

Naming alkanes - first step

The first step in naming an alkane is to identify the longest continuous carbon chain.

Naming substituents in alkanes

Substituents in alkanes are named using the suffix "-yl".

Alkyl groups

Alkyl groups are substituent groups in alkane nomenclature.

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Wurtz reaction

The Wurtz reaction synthesizes alkanes by heating an alkyl halide with sodium metal.

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Reactivity of alkanes

Alkanes are generally inert, meaning they do not readily react with most chemical reagents.

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Halogenation of alkanes

Alkanes react with halogens in the presence of heat or light by a free radical mechanism, forming alkyl halides.

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Alkyl halide classification

Alkyl halides are classified based on the number of carbon atoms directly bonded to the halogen atom as primary, secondary, or tertiary.

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Alkyl halide synthesis

Alkyl halides are synthesized from alkanes by free radical halogenation.

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Nucleophilic substitution leaving group

In a nucleophilic substitution reaction, the leaving group detaches from the substrate with an electron pair.

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Study Notes

IUPAC Nomenclature of Alkanes

  • Suffix for alkanes: -ane
  • First step in naming an alkane: Identifying the longest continuous carbon chain
  • Naming substituents: Using the suffix -yl
  • General term for substituent groups: Alkyl groups

Alkane Nomenclature - Substituent Naming

  • Substituent naming method: Using numbers to indicate the position

Alkane Reactivity

  • Reactivity of alkanes: Inert (not very reactive)
  • Reaction with halogens: Halogenation (in presence of heat/light)
  • Synthesis of alkanes: Wurtz reaction

Alkyl Halides

  • Classification of alkyl halides: Based on the number of halogen atoms attached to the carbon (primary, secondary, tertiary)

Synthesis of Alkyl Halides

  • Method to synthesize alkyl halides from alkanes: Free radical halogenation

Nucleophilic Substitution Reactions

  • What happens to the leaving group: It comes away with an electron pair
  • Stereochemistry of nucleophilic substitution S1 reactions: Retention and racemization
  • Preferred solvent for nucleophilic substitution reactions: Polar protic solvent

Alkene Nomenclature

  • Suffix for alkenes: -ene
  • π bond numbering in alkenes: Lowest possible number, despite the presence of alkyl substituents

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Test your knowledge on IUPAC nomenclature of alkanes, including the naming of alkanes and their substituents. Explore concepts like alkyl halides and reactions such as halogenation and nucleophilic substitutions. This quiz covers essential principles in organic chemistry related to alkane reactivity and synthesis.

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