Question 1

Nomenclature of Organic Compounds

Accepted Answer

Organic compounds are named using the IUPAC (International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry) system of nomenclature.

Question 2

The Functional Groups

Accepted Answer

A functional group is an atom or group of atoms within a molecule which is responsible for the characteristic properties and reactions of that molecule. Compounds with the same functional group form a homologous series. In the names of organic compounds, functional groups are denoted by prefixes and suffixes which precede or follow the root of the compound’s name.

Question 3

Examples of Nomenclature of Organic Compounds

Accepted Answer

Cyclic compounds are identified by the prefix cyclo-. For example, cyclohexane is a cyclic alkane.

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