Core Organic Chemistry · Organic Chemistry

Introduction to Alkanes

Examining the saturated hydrocarbons, their combustion, and the mechanism of free radical substitution.

Key Questions

  1. 1How does the mechanism of radical substitution explain the formation of multiple products?
  2. 2Why are alkanes generally unreactive compared to other functional groups?
  3. 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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