Module 7: Organic Chemistry

Nomenclature

HSC Syllabus: How do we systematically name organic chemical compounds?

• The Fundamentals of Hydrocarbons
• Understanding Organic Chemistry Nomenclature
• Understanding Molecular Isomers
• Understanding Structural Isomers

Hydrocarbons

HSC Syllabus: How can hydrocarbons be classified based on their structure and reactivity?

• Hydrocarbon Nomenclature
• Skeletal Diagrams in Organic Chemistry
• The Impact of Hydrocarbon Extraction
• Safe Laboratory Practices
• Understanding Organic Chemistry
• Understanding Melting and Boiling Points of Organic Compounds
• Melting Points in Organic Chemistry

Products of Reactions Involving Hydrocarbons

HSC Syllabus: What are the products of reactions of hydrocarbons and how do they react?

• Understanding Addition Reactions of Alkenes
• Oxidation of Alkenes
• Addition Reactions of Alkynes
• Understanding Alkane Reactions
• Alkyne Hydration

Alcohols

HSC Syllabus: How can alcohols be produced and what are their properties?

• Structure and Properties of Alcohols
• Methods of Alcohol Production
• Understanding Alcohol Combustion and Enthalpy
• Enthalpy of Combustion: Calculations
• Reactions of Alcohols
• Comparing Biofuels and Fossil Fuels

Reactions of Organic Acids and Bases

HSC Syllabus: What are the properties of organic acids and bases?

• Aldehydes and Ketones
• Carboxylic Acids
• The Chemistry of Esters
• Fisher Esterification: Synthesis and Purification
• Understanding Organic Bases: Amines
• Understanding Amides: Structure and Properties
• The Chemistry of Soaps and Detergents
• Solving Organic Chemistry Reaction Pathways

Polymers

HSC Syllabus: What are the properties and uses of polymers?

• Addition Polymers
• Understanding Condensation Polymers
• Drawing Polymer Structures
• Drawing Monomer Structures