Module 4 Definitions

Simplest algebraic formula for a member of a homologous series

Number and types of atoms of each element in a molecules

Simplest whole number ratio of atoms in a compound

Minimal detail that shows the arrangement of atoms in a molecul3

Relative positioning of atoms and the bonds between them

Simplified organic formula shows by removing hydrogen and leaving a carbon skeleton and associated functions groups

Series of organic compounds having the same functional group and same general formula but with each successive member differing by CH2

Group of atoms responsible for characteristic of a reaction

Of formula CnH2n+1

Used to represent alkyl groups or fragment s of compounds not involved in reactions

Chain of carbons Not aromatic Can be alicyclic

Cyclic of carbons Not aromatic

Compound containing benzene ring

Single C-C bonds only

Prescense of multiple carbon bonds eg C=C or aromatic rings

Compounds with same molecular formula but different structural formula

Species with unpaired electron eg Cl•

Overlap of orbitals directly between bonding atoms

Sideways overlap of adjacent p orbitals above and below the bonding C atoms

Compounds with same structural formula but with different arrangements in Space

Electron pair acceptor