Chapter 6 · Part 2

Haloalkanes and Haloarenes

C–X bonds, substitution & elimination — the workhorses of organic synthesis.

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Intermediate

Learning objectives

1Explain classification and Nomenclature
2Explain classification by Hybridization of Carbon
3Explain iUPAC and Common Nomenclature
4Explain dihaloalkane Classification
5Describe the structure and Properties of the C-X Bond
6Explain bond Characteristics

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Introduction

Classification and Nomenclature

Classification by Hybridization of Carbon

IUPAC and Common Nomenclature

Dihaloalkane Classification

Structure and Properties of the C-X Bond

Bond Characteristics

Dipole Moments and Polarity

Preparation of Haloalkanes

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Key terms

MechanismWith HIWith I₂With HClWith HBrSolventsAdvantageHaloarenesAdvantagesHaloalkanesF₂ additionAnestheticsFrom alkenesInsecticidesRefrigerantsAddition of HX

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