Podcast - Structural Isomerism: The Doppelgangers of Organic Chemistry | CurlyArrows
Episode Length
1:25
Episode Number
14
Organic Chemistry
Difference between Inductive and Resonance Effect
Inductive Effect | Resonance/Mesomeric Effect |
|---|---|
The sigma (σ) or the covalent bond electrons are pulled or pushed so that the electron density shifts towards the most electronegative atom. | The pie (π) electrons are pulled and pushed through the p-orbitals along the sigma (covalent) bond framework. |
It is a permanent effect. | It is a permanent effect. |
Atomic Number
The Atomic number (symbol Z) uniquely identifies an element and is equal to the number of protons present in the nucleus of an atom.
For example, atomic number 6 identifies the Carbon atom with 6 protons in its nucleus. An uncharged Carbon atom will also have 6 electrons in the outer nuclear region, equal to its atomic number.
Common Reactions involving Carbon - Centered Free Radicals
Learning Objective: To learn about a few common reactions that carbon-centered free radicals undergo in organic chemistry.
Skill Level - Intermediate
Prerequisites:
Decomposition Reaction Types in Chemistry
A decomposition reaction breaks down the substrate into two or more smaller, simpler molecules.
The decomposition reaction is initiated by obtaining energy from heat, light, or electricity sources.
Why are London Dispersion forces called induced dipole interactions?
London Dispersion forces are seen in all the atoms and the molecules; however, it is the exclusive force binding nonpolar molecules. Nonpolar molecules are made of two or more atoms, and the electronegativity between two atoms in a covalent bond is less than 0.5. Therefore, no charges are separated to create poles in nonpolar molecules or atoms. Despite not having poles, nonpolar molecules interact using a weak force of attraction known as the London Forces.
Comparing Free Radical Stability using Dissociation Energy Value
Learning Objective: To learn how to predict the stability of a hydrocarbon to form a free radical using the dissociation energy value of the C-H bond.
Skill Level - Intermediate
Prerequisites:
How to deduce the structure of an organic compound X - Aldehydes & Ketones
Question- An organic compound X contains 70% Carbon, 11.33% Hydrogen and 18.67% Oxygen. The molecular weight of the compound is 86. It gives negative Tollens test but forms an addition product with sodium hydrogen sulfite.
Oxidation-Reduction Type of Reactions in Organic Chemistry
Oxidation-Reduction Reaction in Organic versus Inorganic Chemistry
Inorganic chemistry describes oxidation in two ways. The first method is through the loss of electrons, and the second is by the increase in oxidation number.