Halogenated Organic Compounds (HSC SSCE Chemistry): Quizzes
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What are halogenated organic compounds?
What are halogenated organic compounds?
Organic molecules with halogens bonded to C
Which four halogens are commonly found in halogenated organic compounds?
Which four halogens are commonly found in halogenated organic compounds?
, , ,
What type of bond do halogen atoms form with carbon atoms?
What type of bond do halogen atoms form with carbon atoms?
Strong covalent bonds
How do haloalkanes released into the atmosphere affect the environment?
How do haloalkanes released into the atmosphere affect the environment?
They cause ozone layer depletion
In IUPAC nomenclature, what does chlorine become when naming a halogenated compound?
In IUPAC nomenclature, what does chlorine become when naming a halogenated compound?
chloro
When numbering a carbon chain, what must receive the lowest possible numbers?
When numbering a carbon chain, what must receive the lowest possible numbers?
Double and triple bonds
When alphabetizing substituents, which prefixes should be ignored?
When alphabetizing substituents, which prefixes should be ignored?
di-, tri-, and tetra-
What prefix is used when three identical halogens are present?
What prefix is used when three identical halogens are present?
tri-
What is the approximate tetrahedral bond angle around each carbon atom?
What is the approximate tetrahedral bond angle around each carbon atom?
Which of these is a common application of haloalkanes?
Which of these is a common application of haloalkanes?
Refrigerants