Chapter 5: Hydrocarbons: Alkanes, cycloalkanes, alkenes, alkynes
Section outline
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This course provides a comprehensive study of hydrocarbons, the fundamental building blocks of organic chemistry. Students will explore the structure, nomenclature, physical properties, stereochemistry, and reactivity of:
Alkanes & Cycloalkanes (saturated hydrocarbons)
Alkenes (unsaturated hydrocarbons with C=C bonds)
Alkynes (unsaturated hydrocarbons with C≡C bonds)
The course emphasizes molecular structure, conformational analysis, and reaction mechanisms, preparing students for advanced organic chemistry and practical applications in petrochemicals, polymers, and pharmaceuticals