Chemistry SL
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Chapter 1 - Models Of The Particulate Nature Of Matter
Chapter 2 - Models Of Bonding & Structure
Chapter 3 - Classification Of Matter
Chapter 4 - What Drives Chemical Reactions?
Chapter 5 - How Much, How Fast & How Far?
Chapter 6 - What Are The Mechanisms Of Chemical Change?
Chemistry SL
Chapter 3 - Classification Of Matter
Mastering Carbonyl Groups: Aldehydes Vs. Ketones Guide
327 words
2 mins read
Last edited on 5th Nov 2024
Table of content
Spotting the carbonyl group🔍
- Look for this cool-looking group: C=O (That's the carbonyl group!)
- Two main superstars carry this group: Aldehydes and Ketones.
All about aldehydes🌟
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Where's the Carbonyl?
- Always at the end of the carbon chain (like a caboose on a train! 🚂)
- Called the terminal position (like the last bus stop!).
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Naming them
- No need to play the number game because the carbonyl is always at the end!
- However, if there's a side group or "substituent" hanging out, then start counting the carbons from the one bonded to the carbonyl.
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How to Recognize an Aldehyde in the Wild?
- It ends with -al.
- Think of it like this: At the end of a long day, you might let out a big sigh and say, "Aaaaal..." 😄
- For example: 'ethane' becomes the more sophisticated 'ethanal'.
Ketone knowledge🎉
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Where's the Carbonyl?
- Anywhere but the ends! Like a secret hidden treasure in a chain.
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Naming them
- With ketones, it's all about location, location, location! Make sure the carbonyl group's number is the lowest of the low. It's VIP and gets priority over other groups and even over those double-bonded carbon buddies.
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Spotting a Ketone in the Jungle:
- Ends with -one. So when you find it, you can proudly say, "I've found the ONE!" 💍
- 'propane' transforms into the magical 'propanone'.
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Chemistry SL
Chapter 3 - Classification Of Matter
Mastering Carbonyl Groups: Aldehydes Vs. Ketones Guide
327 words
2 mins read
Last edited on 5th Nov 2024
Table of content
Spotting the carbonyl group🔍
- Look for this cool-looking group: C=O (That's the carbonyl group!)
- Two main superstars carry this group: Aldehydes and Ketones.
All about aldehydes🌟
-
Where's the Carbonyl?
- Always at the end of the carbon chain (like a caboose on a train! 🚂)
- Called the terminal position (like the last bus stop!).
-
Naming them
- No need to play the number game because the carbonyl is always at the end!
- However, if there's a side group or "substituent" hanging out, then start counting the carbons from the one bonded to the carbonyl.
-
How to Recognize an Aldehyde in the Wild?
- It ends with -al.
- Think of it like this: At the end of a long day, you might let out a big sigh and say, "Aaaaal..." 😄
- For example: 'ethane' becomes the more sophisticated 'ethanal'.
Ketone knowledge🎉
-
Where's the Carbonyl?
- Anywhere but the ends! Like a secret hidden treasure in a chain.
-
Naming them
- With ketones, it's all about location, location, location! Make sure the carbonyl group's number is the lowest of the low. It's VIP and gets priority over other groups and even over those double-bonded carbon buddies.
-
Spotting a Ketone in the Jungle:
- Ends with -one. So when you find it, you can proudly say, "I've found the ONE!" 💍
- 'propane' transforms into the magical 'propanone'.
Unlock the Full Content!
Dive deeper and gain exclusive access to premium files of Chemistry SL. Subscribe now and get closer to that 45 🌟
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