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Cambridge IGCSE Chemistry

11Organic chemistry

Organic chemistry in Cambridge IGCSE Chemistry: what the syllabus expects you to know, the learning objectives and how to practise.
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  • Organic formulae and homologous series

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  • Structural isomerism

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  • Naming organic compounds

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  • Fossil fuels and the fractional distillation of crude oil

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  • Alkanes

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  • Alkenes and addition reactions

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  • Cracking

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  • Making ethanol

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  • Properties and uses of ethanol

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  • Carboxylic acids and esters

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  • Addition polymers and plastics

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  • Condensation polymers: nylon and polyesters

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  • Natural polymers: proteins and starch

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Organic chemistry: sample question

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Which statement describes petroleum (crude oil)?

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