Module 4 NTR definitions
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What is the general formula?
The simplest algebraic formula of a member of a homologous series e.g. for an alkane: CnH2n+2
What is structural formula?
The minimal detail that shows the arrangement of atoms in a molecule e.g. for butane: CH3CH2CH2CH3 or CH3(CH2)2CH3
What is displayed formula?
The relative positioning of atoms and all of the bonds between them
What is skeletal formula?
The simplified organic formula, shown by removing hydrogen atoms from alkyl chains, leaving just a carbon skeleton and associated functional groups
What is an alkyl group?
Formula CnH2n+1
What does aliphatic mean?
A compound containing carbon and hydrogen joined together in straight chains, branched chains or non-aromatic rings
What does alicyclic mean?
Are aliphatic compounds arranged in non-aromatic rings with or without side chains
What does aromatic mean?
A compound containing a benzene ring
What does saturated mean?
Single carbon-carbon bonds only
What does unsaturated mean?
The presence of multiple carbon–carbon bonds, at least one C=C double bond, a C≡C triple bond or an aromatic ring