Cheatography
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This is a cheat sheet about the core of organic chemistry.
This is a draft cheat sheet. It is a work in progress and is not finished yet.
Formulae of functional groups
The general formula is a formula that represents a homologous series of compounds using letters and numbers.
A homologous series is a group of organic compounds that have the same functional group, the same general formula, and the same chemical properties.
The structural formula is a formula that shows how the atoms are bonded to each carbon atom in a molecule.
The displayed formula is a 2D representation of an organic molecule showing all its atoms (by their symbols) and their bonds (by single, double, or triple bonds).
The skeletal formula is a simplified displayed formula with all the carbon and hydrogen (C-H) bonds removed. |
Molecular & Empirical Formulae
The molecular formula shows the number and type of each atom in a molecule Eg. the molecular formula of ethanoic acid is C2H4O2 |
The empirical formula shows the simplest whole number ratio of the elements present in one molecule of the compound Eg. the empirical formula of ethanol is CH2O |
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Formulae of functional groups
Formulae of functional groups
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Nomenclature of Aliphatic Compounds
Functional groups & their nomenclature table
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