Organic Chemistry I: Introduction to Basic Definitions
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Which functional group takes the highest precedence according to the text?

  • Alcohols
  • Alkenes
  • Carboxylic acids (correct)
  • Aldehydes

In naming compounds with multiple functional groups, which functional group takes the suffix form?

  • Alcohols
  • Aldehydes (correct)
  • Ketones
  • Alkenes

What is the prefix for a halogenoalkane containing iodine?

  • Bromo-
  • Formyl-
  • Iodo- (correct)
  • Chloro-

Which type of compound takes priority over alcohols in naming when multiple functional groups are present?

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

When naming carbon chains, what is the highest priority functional group?

<p>Carboxylic acids (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between a molecular formula and an empirical formula?

<p>Molecular formula shows the actual number of each type of atom, while empirical formula shows the simplest whole number ratio of atoms. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In saturated hydrocarbons, what is the shape around the carbon atom and the bond angle?

<p>Shape is tetrahedral and bond angle is 109.5° (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do homologous series in organic chemistry have in common?

<p>They have the same functional group and general formula. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the structural formula of a compound show?

<p>Shows all covalent bonds present (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are displayed formulas different from structural formulas?

<p>Displayed formulas show all covalent bonds present, while structural formulas show only hydrogen-carbon bonds. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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