Core Organic Chemistry · Organic Chemistry
Introduction to Alkanes
Examining the saturated hydrocarbons, their combustion, and the mechanism of free radical substitution.
Key Questions
- 1How does the mechanism of radical substitution explain the formation of multiple products?
- 2Why are alkanes generally unreactive compared to other functional groups?
- 3What are the environmental consequences of incomplete combustion of hydrocarbons?
National Curriculum Attainment Targets
A-Level: Chemistry - AlkanesA-Level: Chemistry - Nomenclature and Isomerism
Year: Year 12
Subject: Chemistry
Unit: Core Organic Chemistry
Period: Organic Chemistry
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