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Which of the following are types of organic compounds?
Which of the following are types of organic compounds?
Aldehydes are a type of organic compound.
Aldehydes are a type of organic compound.
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What is a common reaction pathway for alcohols?
What is a common reaction pathway for alcohols?
metan-etan propan + olea
The functional group in carboxylic acids includes a _____ group.
The functional group in carboxylic acids includes a _____ group.
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Match the following organic compounds with their corresponding characteristics:
Match the following organic compounds with their corresponding characteristics:
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Flashcards
Alkane
Alkane
A hydrocarbon containing only single bonds between carbon atoms.
Alcohol
Alcohol
An organic compound containing a hydroxyl (-OH) group attached to a carbon atom.
Ether
Ether
An organic compound containing an oxygen atom bonded to two carbon atoms.
Acid Carboxilic
Acid Carboxilic
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Organic Compound Reaction
Organic Compound Reaction
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Study Notes
Organic Compounds
- Alkanes: Formula: CnH(2n+2)
- Alkenes: Formula: CnH2n, Has a double bond
- Alkynes: Formula: CnH(2n-2), Has a triple bond
- Haloalkanes: Structure: R-X (where X is a halogen)
- Alcohols: Structure: R-OH
- Aldehydes: Structure: R-CHO
- Ketones: Structure: R-CO-R'
- Carboxylic Acids: Structure: R-COOH
- Esters: Structure: R-COO-R'
- Amines: Structure: R-NH2
- Amides: Structure: R-CONH2 (or R-C(=O)NH2)
Reactions
- Halogenation of Alkanes: Reaction with halogens (e.g., Cl2, Br2)
- Oxidation of Aldehydes: Reaction with oxidizing agent to form carboxylic acids.
- Oxidation of Alcohols: Reaction with oxidizing agent to form aldehydes or ketones (depending on the alcohol type).
- Formation of Esters: Reaction between carboxylic acids and alcohols
- Formation of Amides: Reaction between carboxylic acids and amines.
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Test your knowledge on organic compounds and their reactions with this informative quiz. Covering alkanes, alkenes, alcohols, and various other functional groups, this quiz examines both structures and key chemical reactions. Perfect for students studying organic chemistry.
