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Organic Chemistry Flashcards

Survive organic chemistry with flashcards covering functional groups, reaction mechanisms, stereochemistry, and synthesis strategies.

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What is an alcohol functional group?

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-OH group attached to a carbon. Named with -ol suffix (methanol, ethanol).

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What is the difference between SN1 and SN2 reactions?

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SN1: two-step, carbocation intermediate, favors tertiary carbons. SN2: one-step, backside attack, favors primary carbons and strong nucleophiles.

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What makes a good leaving group?

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Weak bases make good leaving groups because they're stable after leaving. Examples: halides (I⁻, Br⁻, Cl⁻), tosylate, water.

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What is Markovnikov's rule?

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In addition reactions, the hydrogen adds to the carbon with more hydrogens ('the rich get richer').

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What is a chiral center?

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A carbon attached to four different groups. Creates stereoisomers (mirror images that aren't superimposable).

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Study Tips for Organic Chemistry

Master functional groups first - they're the foundation of everything

Understand reaction mechanisms, don't just memorize products

Practice drawing structures while reviewing flashcards

Group reactions by mechanism type (SN1, SN2, E1, E2) for pattern recognition

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I survive organic chemistry?

Focus on understanding mechanisms over memorization. Use flashcards for functional groups and reaction conditions, but practice drawing mechanisms by hand.

How many reactions should I memorize for organic chemistry?

Know 30-50 core reactions well. More importantly, understand the mechanisms so you can predict unfamiliar reactions.

Are flashcards effective for organic chemistry?

Yes, especially for functional groups, reagents, and reaction conditions. Combine with mechanism practice for best results.

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