Practice Polyhalogen Compounds (6.8) - Haloalkanes and Haloarenes

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Question 1.
Define polyhalogen compounds.
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Remember the prefix 'poly-' means many.
Question 2.
What are haloalkanes?
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Think about how halogens interact with aliphatic compounds.
3Question 3.
What are polyhalogen compounds?
- Compounds with one halogen
- Compounds with two halogens
- Compounds with multiple halogens
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The prefix 'poly-' relates to 'many'.
4Question 4.
Haloalkanes are more reactive than alkanes.
- True
- False
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Think about the nature of the carbon-halogen bond.
Question 5.
Propose a synthetic pathway to create 1-bromohexane from 1-hexanol. Describe the steps involved.
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Consider using reagents that facilitate replacing functional groups.
Question 6.
Evaluate the environmental implications of replacing CFC-based compounds with alternatives. Compare their effectiveness and risks.
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Research newer alternatives used in refrigeration or aerosol applications.

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