Naming Branched Alkanes

Naming Branched Alkanes

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Chemistry

9th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the name of the compound with the formula C10H22 that has two ethyl groups on the second carbon?

Back

2,2-diethylpropane

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the name of the compound with the formula C10H22 that has two methyl groups on the third carbon?

Back

3,3-dimethylpentane

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the structure of 3-ethyl-2-methylheptane?

Back

A branched alkane with a heptane backbone, an ethyl group on the third carbon, and a methyl group on the second carbon.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How many covalent bonds does an oxygen atom typically form in organic compounds?

Back

2

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the structure of 3,3-diethyl-2,4-dimethylpentane?

Back

A branched alkane with a pentane backbone, two ethyl groups on the third carbon, and two methyl groups on the second and fourth carbons.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Define a branched alkane.

Back

A branched alkane is a hydrocarbon that contains a carbon chain with one or more branches off the main chain.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the IUPAC naming convention for alkanes?

Back

The IUPAC naming convention for alkanes involves identifying the longest carbon chain, naming it, and then identifying and naming any substituents.

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