Topic 4: Introduction to organic chem
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What is displayed formulae
They show every atom and every bond seperately
What is structural formulae
It shows (unambiguously) how the atoms are joined together
What is skeletal formula
A zigzag line that shows only the bonds between the carbon atoms
What is molecular formulae
It shows the actual number of each atom in a molecule
What is empirical formulae
It shows the numbers of each atom in the simplest whole-number ratio
What is a functional groups
An atom or group of atoms that gives the compound distinctive and predictable properties
What is a homologous series
A set of compounds with the same functional group, similar chemical properties and physical properties that show a gradation
What is the priority list for locant numbers
1) Carboxylic acids
2) Aldehydes
3) Ketones
4) Alcohols
5) Alkenes
6) Alkanes