Haloalkanes (OCR A-Level Chemistry A): Flashcards

C, H, and at least one halogen (F, Cl, Br, or I)

bromo-

$\delta^+$ (partially positive)

Atom/group with lone pair attracted to $\delta^+$ C

$\text{OH}^-$, $\text{H}_2\text{O}$, $\text{NH}_3$

Breaking with water

C-F > C-Cl > C-Br > C-I

Iodoalkanes > bromoalkanes > chloroalkanes

White, cream, yellow

Tertiary > secondary > primary