CHEM 219 Portage-
organic theory 2025. mdl
001
What is organic chemistry? - ANSWERS-Branch of chemistry that studies the structure,
properties, composition, reaction and synthesis of organic compounds which contain carbon
atoms.
Catenation - ANSWERS-Ability of ab element to form bonds with itself, resulting in formation of
chains, rings or complex structures.
Allows for vats diversity of organic compounds in terms of reactivity and properties
The properties & reactivity of an organic molecule are controlled by its - ANSWERS-composition
& shape
Why do atoms form bonds to other atoms? - ANSWERS-Energetic stability
To say an atom is energetically stable means that the overall energy of the atom is - ANSWERS-
lower when in the bonded state than in a non bonded state
T/F
Lower energy typically means greater stability? Why - ANSWERS-True
b/c the electron configuration of the atom - atomic valence
organic theory 2025. mdl
001
What is organic chemistry? - ANSWERS-Branch of chemistry that studies the structure,
properties, composition, reaction and synthesis of organic compounds which contain carbon
atoms.
Catenation - ANSWERS-Ability of ab element to form bonds with itself, resulting in formation of
chains, rings or complex structures.
Allows for vats diversity of organic compounds in terms of reactivity and properties
The properties & reactivity of an organic molecule are controlled by its - ANSWERS-composition
& shape
Why do atoms form bonds to other atoms? - ANSWERS-Energetic stability
To say an atom is energetically stable means that the overall energy of the atom is - ANSWERS-
lower when in the bonded state than in a non bonded state
T/F
Lower energy typically means greater stability? Why - ANSWERS-True
b/c the electron configuration of the atom - atomic valence
