Organic Chemistry Definitions

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  • Created on: 01-06-13 12:27
Displayed Formula
The relative positioning of atoms and the bonds between them.
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Empirical Formula
The simplest whole number ratio of atoms of each element present in a compound.
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Functional Group
The group of atoms responsible for the characteristic reactions of a compound.
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General Formula
The simplest algebraic formula of a member of a homologous series.
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Homologous group
A series of organic compounds having the same functional group but with each successive member differing by CH2
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Molecular Formula
The actual number of atoms of each element in a molecule.
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Structural Isomerism
is where molecules have the same molecular formula but different structural formula.
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Stereoisomerism
is where molecules have the same structural formula but a different arrangement of atoms in space.
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The simplest whole number ratio of atoms of each element present in a compound.

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Empirical Formula

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The group of atoms responsible for the characteristic reactions of a compound.

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The simplest algebraic formula of a member of a homologous series.

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A series of organic compounds having the same functional group but with each successive member differing by CH2

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