The Basics of Organic Nomenclature - Crash Course Organic Chemistry

The video explores the complexities of language in chemistry, focusing on the role of IUPAC in standardizing chemical nomenclature. It explains the difference between common and systematic names, and outlines the steps for IUPAC naming, including identifying the longest carbon chain, functional groups, and substituents. The video also covers hydrocarbons, alkenes, alkynes, and provides examples of complex naming scenarios.

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