Organic Compounds Naming Flashcards

Organic Compounds Naming Overview

• Naming organic compounds involves identifying the structure based on functional groups and molecular frameworks.
• Compounds can include special descriptors (e.g., bromo, chloro, ethyl) that denote the presence of halogens or alkyl groups.

Important Organic Compounds

• 1-Bromo-2-Methyl-Cyclohexane: A cycloalkane with a bromine atom and a methyl group.
• 2-Pentene: An alkene with a double bond between the second and third carbon atoms.
• Methanal: The simplest aldehyde, commonly known as formaldehyde.
• 4-Ethyl-2-Heynyne: An alkyne with an ethyl group on the fourth carbon and a triple bond starting at the second carbon.
• 1,3-Dichlorocyclopentane: A cyclopentane derivative with chlorine substitutions at the first and third positions.

Functional Groups and Specific Compounds

• Benzaldehyde: An aromatic aldehyde, distinct for its benzene ring with an aldehyde group.
• Cyclohexene: A cyclic alkene with a double bond in a six-carbon ring.
• Chloroethene: Also known as vinyl chloride, an important precursor in the production of PVC.
• 2-Methyl-1,5-Hexadiene: A diene with a methyl side chain and two double bonds.
• 1-Chloro-4-Ethylbenzene: A chlorinated aromatic compound with an ethyl group on the benzene ring.

Halogenated Compounds

• 1-Bromo-3-Chloro-4-Ethylbenzene: Contains both bromine and chlorine substituents on an ethylbenzene framework.
• 2-Bromo-3-Chloro-Heptane: A seven-carbon chain with bromine and chlorine substituents.
• 1,1-Dichloropropene: An alkene with two chlorine atoms on the first carbon.

Alcohols and Acids

• 3-Hexanone: A ketone with a six-carbon chain and a carbonyl group on the third carbon.
• 3-Pentanol: An alcohol with a hydroxyl group on the third carbon of a five-carbon chain.
• 2-Propanol: Commonly known as isopropanol, a secondary alcohol.
• Ethanoic Acid: Also known as acetic acid, recognized for its sour taste and use in vinegar.
• Benzoic Acid: A simple aromatic carboxylic acid with a benzene ring attached to a carboxylic group.

Esters and Ethers

• Methyl-Ethanoate: An ester formed from methanol and acetic acid.
• Ethyl Ethanoate: Commonly known as ethyl acetate, used as a solvent.
• Ethyl butanoate: An ester contributing to the flavor of various fruits.
• Diethyl ether: A widely-used solvent known for its volatility and flammability.

Amines

• Triethylamine: A tertiary amine, often used as a base in organic reactions.
• Methyl Amine: A primary amine derived from ammonia with a methyl group.

Long-Chain Fatty Acids

• Cis-9-Octadecenoic Acid: Also known as oleic acid, an important monounsaturated fat.
• Hexadecanoic Acid: Also known as palmitic acid, a common saturated fatty acid found in animals and plants.
• Octadecanoic Acid: Known as stearic acid, a saturated fatty acid prominent in animal fat and vegetable oils.

Miscellaneous

• Cyclopentadiene: A cyclic diene important in various chemical syntheses.
• 2,7,7-Trimethyl-2-octanol: A branched-chain alcohol with multiple methyl groups.
• Cyclohexanone: A cyclic ketone used as a solvent and chemical intermediate.

Test your knowledge of organic compounds with this set of flashcards. Each card features a compound name that you need to identify or write down. This quiz is perfect for chemistry students looking to strengthen their understanding of organic nomenclature.