Organic Chemistry Reactions

These flashcards cover key concepts related to organic chemistry reactions such as the Diels-Alder reaction, characteristics of dienophiles, and differences between types of isomers.

Diels-Alder Reaction

A cycloaddition reaction between a conjugated diene and a dienophile to form a six-membered ring.

Dienophile

A reagent that reacts with a diene in a Diels-Alder reaction, often containing electron-withdrawing groups.

Substituent

An atom or group of atoms that replaces hydrogen atoms in a hydrocarbon.

Cis and Trans Isomers

Cis isomers have substituents on the same side of a double bond, while trans isomers have substituents on opposite sides.

Syn Addition

A reaction where two substituents are added to the same side of a double bond or a cyclic structure.

Epoxide

A three-membered cyclic ether formed from alkenes during oxidation.

Nucleophile

A species that donates an electron pair to form a chemical bond in relation to a reaction.

Alcohol

An organic compound characterized by the presence of one or more hydroxyl (-OH) groups.

Aldehyde

An organic compound containing a carbonyl group (C=O) with at least one hydrogen atom attached.

Ketone

An organic compound characterized by a carbonyl group (C=O) bonded to two carbon atoms.