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Ch.21 - Organic Chemistry
Chapter 21, Problem 90c

Identify each organic compound as an alkane, alkene, alkyne,
aromatic hydrocarbon, alcohol, ether, aldehyde, ketone, carboxylic acid, ester, or amine, and provide a name for the compound.
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Key Concepts

Here are the essential concepts you must grasp in order to answer the question correctly.

Functional Groups

Functional groups are specific groups of atoms within molecules that are responsible for the characteristic chemical reactions of those molecules. They determine the properties and reactivity of organic compounds. For example, the hydroxyl group (-OH) indicates an alcohol, while the carboxyl group (-COOH) signifies a carboxylic acid.
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Hydrocarbons

Hydrocarbons are organic compounds composed solely of hydrogen and carbon. They can be classified into alkanes (single bonds), alkenes (at least one double bond), and alkynes (at least one triple bond). Understanding these classifications is essential for identifying the type of organic compound based on its bonding structure.
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Nomenclature

Nomenclature in organic chemistry refers to the systematic naming of organic compounds based on their structure and functional groups. The International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry (IUPAC) provides rules for naming compounds, which helps in identifying and categorizing them accurately. This is crucial for communicating chemical information effectively.
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