Functional Groups Flashcards by Shrisha K

Q

general formula

Alkanes

A

C(n)H(2n+2)

How well did you know this?

1

Not at all

2

3

4

5

Perfectly

Q

general formula + functional group

Alkenes

A

C(n)H(2n)
C=C - a double covalent bond which is an area of high electron density

f.g. isomer: cycloalkanes

How well did you know this?

1

Not at all

2

3

4

5

Perfectly

Q

Alkenes

C=C bond

A

C=C has a pi bond which forms when p-orbitals overlap
the presence of this bond means there is restricted rotation around the planar =C< bond

How well did you know this?

1

Not at all

2

3

4

5

Perfectly

Q

Alkenes

Stereoisomerism in alkenes is

A

E/Z isomerism

only if each carbon atom of the C=C is bonded to two different groups

How well did you know this?

1

Not at all

2

3

4

5

Perfectly