Organic vs Inorganic Chemistry
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What distinguishes carbon in the context of organic chemistry?

  • It is the most abundant element in the universe.
  • It serves as the best example of a circular economy. (correct)
  • It is classified solely under inorganic chemistry.
  • It has the highest electronegativity among elements.

Which characteristic about Lewis structures is true?

  • Lone pairs should initially be placed on central atoms.
  • The total electrons represented equals the sum of valence electrons from individual atoms. (correct)
  • Electrons are placed without regard to the electronegativity of atoms.
  • All electrons including non-valence electrons are counted.

When constructing a Lewis structure, which atom is typically considered the central atom?

  • The atom with the highest electronegativity.
  • The hydrogen atom.
  • The atom with the most available valence electrons.
  • The atom with the lowest electronegativity. (correct)

In a Lewis structure, what is the appropriate action if the central atom does not achieve an octet after placing lone pairs?

<p>Form a double bond by moving a lone pair to create a second bond. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in creating a Lewis structure?

<p>Determine the total number of available electrons. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is true regarding ionic bonds?

<p>They involve loss or gain of electrons. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if there are remaining electrons after placing bonding pairs and adjusting for lone pairs?

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What defines a nucleophile in chemical reactions?

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Why is it beneficial for a reaction to have a weak leaving group?

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How is the total number of remaining electrons calculated when constructing a Lewis structure?

<p>t - 2n, where n is the total number of valence electrons. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What results in a molecule being classified as chiral?

<p>It has four different groups attached to a single sp3 carbon atom. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of reaction mechanisms, when can carbon be described as 'pentavalent'?

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What is the significance of identifying the 'carbon partner' in reaction mechanisms?

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What is an important consideration regarding the stability of reactive species?

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Which of the following statements is true about enantiomers?

<p>They are mirror images that cannot be superimposed. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What factor generally determines whether a reaction is thermodynamically favored?

<p>The stability of the leaving group and the nucleophile. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the Aufbau principle state about electron filling in orbitals?

<p>Electrons fill orbitals starting at the lowest energy level. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Hund's rule, what is the correct order of filling orbitals?

<p>All orbitals must be filled before any orbital is doubly occupied. (A), Singly occupied orbitals must have the same spin. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why can a carbon atom form four covalent bonds if it has only two unpaired electrons initially?

<p>One electron is promoted from the 2s to the 2pz orbital. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What mistake might someone make when constructing Lewis structures for molecules?

<p>Ignoring the octet rule for all elements. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are electrons distributed in the 2p orbitals according to Hund's rule?

<p>Electrons are distributed across all three 2p orbitals before pairing occurs. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is indicated by the Madelung rule concerning orbital filling?

<p>Orbitals are filled according to their energy levels, starting from the lowest. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about covalent bonding is true?

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Which of the following correctly describes sp3 hybridization?

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Lone Pair Repulsion

The tendency of lone electron pairs in a molecule to repel each other, influencing the shape of the molecule.

Nucleophile

A chemical species that donates an electron pair to form a new covalent bond.

Chiral

A molecule that cannot be superimposed on its mirror image. It has a non-superimposable mirror image.

Enantiomers

A pair of molecules that are mirror images of each other and cannot be superimposed.

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Nucleophilic Substitution

A type of reaction where a nucleophile replaces a leaving group on a carbon atom.

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Leaving Group

A group attached to a molecule that can easily detach, leaving behind an electron pair.

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Transition State

A short-lived, high-energy state where bonds are breaking and forming simultaneously.

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Thermodynamically Favored Reaction

A reaction that is favoured by a decrease in the energy of the system.

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Covalent Bond Formation

A shared pair of electrons between two atoms, where one atom originally had a lone pair and the other gains two additional electrons in its valence shell.

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Lewis Structure

A simplified representation of an atom's electron arrangement, using dots to depict valence electrons.

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Madelung Rule

A rule that states electrons fill orbitals starting with the lowest available energy level before moving to higher levels, regardless of orbital type.

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Aufbau Procedure

The process of filling atomic orbitals with electrons, starting with the lowest energy levels and avoiding pairing electrons in a single orbital until necessary.

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Hund's Rule

A rule that states electrons fill orbitals within a sublevel individually before pairing up in the same orbital, maximizing total spin.

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Hybridization

The mixing of atomic orbitals to create new hybrid orbitals with different shapes and energies.

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Sp3 Hybridization

A type of hybridization where one electron from the 2s orbital is promoted to the empty 2pz orbital, resulting in four unpaired electrons in four equivalent orbitals.

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Four Equal Bonds

The process of forming four equal bonds by an atom, which requires four equivalent orbitals.

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Organic Chemistry

The branch of chemistry that studies the structure, properties, and reactions of organic compounds. Organic compounds are defined as those containing carbon, along with hydrogen and often other elements such as oxygen, nitrogen, sulfur, and phosphorus.

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Inorganic Chemistry

The branch of chemistry that studies the composition, structure, properties, and reactions of inorganic compounds, which are those that do not contain carbon.

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Carbon's Versatility

Carbon's unique ability to form four bonds with other atoms, including itself, allows it to create long chains, rings, and complex structures. This versatility enables carbon to form a vast number of molecules with diverse properties, making it the foundation of life.

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Octet Rule

The tendency of atoms to gain or lose electrons to achieve a stable electron configuration, similar to that of the nearest noble gas. This drive for stability is a fundamental principle in chemical bonding.

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Covalent Bond

A chemical bond formed by the sharing of electron pairs between atoms. This type of bond is often found in organic compounds, leading to the formation of stable molecules.

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Central Atom in Lewis Structure

The central atom in a molecule is the atom that is not hydrogen and typically has the lowest electronegativity. It acts as the core, surrounded by other atoms.

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Ionic Bond

A chemical bond formed by the transfer of electrons from one atom to another, resulting in the formation of positively and negatively charged ions. This bond is characteristic of inorganic compounds.

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Study Notes

Organic Chemistry

  • Organic chemistry is the study of carbon compounds and their derivatives, including hydrocarbons.
  • Organic compounds always contain carbon.
  • Most organic compounds contain carbon-hydrogen (C-H) bonds.
  • Organic chemistry uses covalent bonding.

Inorganic Chemistry

  • Inorganic chemistry is the study of all chemical compounds except those containing carbon.
  • Most inorganic compounds do not contain carbon.
  • Inorganic chemistry involves ionic bonding.

Carbon's Role in Chemistry

  • Carbon is the "king" of elements due to its unique bonding properties.
  • Carbon's ability to form a vast array of compounds makes it essential to life.
  • Carbon forms the backbone of organic molecules.

Carbon's Role in a Circular Economy

  • Carbon is a critical component in a circular economy, constantly cycling through natural processes like photosynthesis and decomposition.
  • Plant biomass, soil carbon, and ocean sediment carbon all actively participate in the cycling process.
  • Photosynthesis uses carbon dioxide, water, and light energy to create sugar, while decomposition releases carbon dioxide back into the environment.

Periodic Table

  • The periodic table organizes all known elements.
  • Elements are arranged by atomic number.
  • Elements with similar properties are grouped together.
  • Electronegativity generally increases across a period and down a group.

Covalent Bonds

  • Covalent bonds involve the sharing of electron pairs between atoms.
  • Covalent bonds are a key feature of organic compounds.
  • The goal of a covalent bond is to achieve a full outer electron shell.

Ionic Bonds

  • Ionic bonds involve the electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged ions (cations & anions).
  • Ionic bonds are a key feature of inorganic compounds.

Valence Electrons

  • Valence electrons are electrons in the outermost electron shell of an atom.
  • The number of valence electrons determines the bonding properties of an element.
  • Atoms tend to gain, lose, or share valence electrons to achieve a full outer electron shell (octet rule).

Lewis Structures

  • Lewis structures are diagrams that show the arrangement of atoms and valence electrons in a molecule.
  • Lewis structures help visualize how atoms bond.
  • Bond formation needs to achieve an octet.

Organic Reactions

  • Organic reactions involve the breaking and forming of bonds in organic molecules.
  • Reactions are determined by functional groups.
  • Reaction mechanisms show the step-by-step processes.

SN1 and SN2 Reactions

  • SN1 reactions involve a two-step mechanism.
  • SN2 reactions involve a one-step mechanism.
  • Rate determining factors influence the choice of mechanism.

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