CHM257 - 2nd test: Topics for review

Please study the following topics for the next test:


1. IUPAC names and structural formula for alkene and alkyne. Practise on the structure which exhibit the geometrical isomerism (cis-trans) and condition in which alkene and alkyne are present in the same structure.


2. Geometrical isomer (cis-trans) in cyclic structure.


3. The dehydration reaction of alcohol to produce alkenes (discuss Saytzeff rule).


4. Formation of the acetylide ion and further reaction with an alkyl halide, R─X.


5. Addition reaction (discuss the Markovnikov rule).


6. The oxidation reaction of alkene. Comparison between ozonolysis and by using KMnO₄ acidified (hot) or basic (cold) medium.