Introduction to various chemical formulas and elements
Chemical equation example: H2O=2H+O5C + C6H12O6
Element symbols and atomic masses:
Sulfur (S) = 32.07
Carbon (C) = 12.01
Iodine (I) = 126.90
Nitrogen (N) = 14.01
Cerium (Ce) = 140.12
Introduction to Organic Chemistry
Understanding carbon compounds and their importance in biological systems
Environmental impacts of these compounds
Focus on global warming and climate change
Discuss the role of greenhouse gases in these phenomena
Lesson Objectives
Topics:
Carbon atoms
Organic compounds
Classification of organic compounds
Global warming
What is Organic Chemistry?
Branch of chemistry that studies carbon-containing compounds
Covers structure, properties, reactions, and uses of organic molecules
Unique Properties of Carbon
Carbon's ability to bond with itself and other elements
Can form long chains, rings, and complex structures
Organic Compounds: Building Blocks of Life
Essential organic compounds include:
Carbohydrates: Energy source (e.g., glucose)
Proteins: Structure and function in cells (e.g., enzymes)
Lipids: Energy storage and cell membranes
Nucleic Acids: Genetic information carriers (e.g., DNA & RNA)
Greenhouse Gases and Global Warming
Combustion of fossil fuels releases CO₂ and CH₄, enhancing greenhouse effect
Leads to climate change and global warming
Fossil Fuels: Types of Organic Compounds
Fossil fuels (coal, oil, natural gas) are hydrocarbons from ancient organisms
Release CO₂ when burned, contributing to atmospheric CO₂ levels
The Carbon Cycle
Carbon cycles through atmosphere, oceans, and biosphere
Human activities disrupt natural balance, increasing CO₂ in atmosphere
Classification of Organic Compounds
Hydrocarbons: Compounds of carbon and hydrogen (e.g., methane, propane)
Alcohols: Compounds with -OH functional group (e.g., ethanol)
Carboxylic Acids: Compounds with -COOH group (e.g., acetic acid)
Esters: Molecules with pleasant smells, found in fruits
Organic vs Inorganic Chemistry
Key differences are discussed, covering definitions and focus areas
Organization of materials into organic and inorganic categories
Examples of organic and inorganic compounds
Organic: fuels
Inorganic: salts
Definitions
Organic Chemistry: Study of carbon-containing compounds, focusing on C-H bonds
Inorganic Chemistry: Study of compounds lacking C-H bonds; includes metals and minerals
Visual representations of organic vs inorganic compounds
Key Differences
Organic Compounds:
Contain carbon-hydrogen bonds
Form covalent bonds
Can be large and complex structures
Inorganic Compounds:
Usually do not contain C-H bonds
Can have ionic or covalent bonds
Tend to have simpler structures
Examples and their roles in both organic and inorganic chemistry
Organic: Plastics, biomolecules, fuels
Inorganic: Salts, metals, minerals
Comparative properties of Organic vs Inorganic
Organic: Low boiling/melting points, combustible, complex structures
Inorganic: High boiling/melting points, often non-combustible, simpler structures
Why Carbon Is Special
Carbon’s small size allows formation of stable, complex molecules important for life
Examples: proteins, DNA
Real-World Applications of Organic Chemistry
Pharmaceuticals: Medicine creation
Materials: Plastics, rubbers, fibers
Energy: Biofuels, renewable energy
Agriculture: Fertilizers, pesticides
Importance of understanding both organic and inorganic compounds
Classifications of organic compounds and their types, structures, and essential features
Focus on specific organic compounds like ethanol
Unique properties of Carbon
Tetravalency: Ability to form four bonds
Bonding versatility: Forms various structures
General properties of organic compounds
Low melting/boiling points
Flammability of many hydrocarbons
Solubility properties in polar vs non-polar solvents
Classification of organic compounds
Hydrocarbons, nitrogen compounds, oxygen compounds, alkanes, alkenes, alkynes
Detailing specific classifications of organic compounds based on structures and groups
Hydrocarbons: Only carbon and hydrogen compounds
Alcohols: Compounds with -OH group
e.g., Ethanol (C2H5OH)
Carboxylic Acids: Compounds with -COOH group
e.g., Vinegar (CH3COOH)
Amines: Compounds with -NH2 group
e.g., Methylamine (CH3NH2)
Hydrocarbons: Overview of simple organic compounds
Hydrocarbons classification based on bonding types
Alkanes (saturated), Alkenes (unsaturated), Alkynes (unsaturated)
Key properties of hydrocarbons
Nonpolarity, flammability, low reactivity of alkanes
Writing structural formulas
Molecular vs structural vs condensed formulas
Examples of structural formulas for various compounds
e.g. Methane: CH4, Ethanol: C2H6O
Real-life applications of hydrocarbons
Uses in energy production
Real-life applications of alcohols
Applications in hand sanitizers and as solvents
Real-life applications of carboxylic acids
Common uses include vinegar
Real-life applications of amines
Focus on functional groups associated with organic compounds
Alkanes Overview
Saturated hydrocarbons, general formula: CnH2n+2
Commonly used as fuels
Alkenes Overview
Unsaturated hydrocarbons, general formula: CnH2n
Found in rubber and plastics
Alkynes Overview
Unsaturated hydrocarbons with triple bonds, general formula: CnH2n-2
Cycloalkanes Overview
Alkanes arranged in a ring shape
Examples of cycloalkanes
Cyclobutane, Cyclopentane, Cyclohexane
Aromatic hydrocarbons
Presence of benzene ring in structures
Compounds containing oxygen: Hydrocarbon derivatives
Hydroxyl, carbonyl, carboxyl functional groups
Alcohols defined
General formula: R-OH
Applications in industrial and pharmaceutical fields
Ethers explanation
Structure characterized by -O- group
Aldehydes and ketones overview
Presence of carbonyl group (-CO) in both classes
Carboxylic acids defined
General formula: R - COOH
Common examples: Methanoic acid, Ethanoic acid
Esters overview
Contain carboxyl -COO group
General formula: R - CO - R
Amines defined
Contain nitrogen atom attached to alkyl groups
General formula: R-NH2
Amides overview
Derived from carboxylic acids, used in various industries
General formula: R - CONH2