Core Concepts Strain is an important concept in organic chemistry, often the most important factor in determining molecular structure. In...
Organic Chemistry Lessons
Line Structures
Core Concepts In this article, we will discuss line structures and their applications in organic chemistry. Topics Covered in Other...
Table of IR Spectroscopy Values
Core Concepts This article will provide a table containing the IR spectrum frequency values and the molecules they represent. Topics...
Carbon-13 NMR
Core Concepts In this article, we will explore what 13C-NMR is, how it occurs, and its uses as it relates...
Alcohol Reactions
Core Concepts In this article we will talk about alcohols and their properties. We will also cover the different types...
Gilman Reagents
Core Concepts This article serves as a guide to Gilman reagents in organic chemistry. After reading this article, you will...
What is Halogenation?
Core Concepts This article serves as a guide to what halogenation reactions are in organic chemistry and what makes them...
Alkyne Addition Reactions
In this article, we will review various alkyne addition reactions for terminal and internal alkynes, including the steps, reactants, and...
Radical Reactions
Core Concepts A radical reaction is characterized by the involvement of highly reactive species called radicals. Radical reactions are a...
How to Separate Enantiomers
Core Concepts This article will cover the different techniques that could be used to separate enantiomers. After understanding the different...
Optical Activity
Core Concepts In this article you will be able to understand what is optical activity, after reading this article you...
Decarboxylation
Core Concepts This article serves as a guide to basic decarboxylation reactions. After reading this article, you will be able...