WebLinks

Chapter 21: Hydrocarbons

WebLinks

Use the menu on this page to select tutorials in naming straight and branched-chain alkanes.
( http://www.ausetute.com.au/nambanes.html )

Cyclic Alkanes and Alkenes

Learn more about alkanes and alkenes at this site. Scroll to the bottom of the page and take the quiz.
( http://www.elmhurst.edu/~chm/vchembook/506Bcyclic.html )

Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons as a Toxic Substance

This web site explores the toxic aspects of this group of hydrocarbons. Answer this question after you read the web site. Do PAH compounds appear to be highly toxic?
( http://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/tfacts69.html )

The Molecular Basis of Flavor

Visit this site to find out more about the flavors and fragrances of hydrocarbons. This site contains several structural diagrams of hydrocarbons and their flavor or fragrance. As you look at the structural diagrams, note the similarities in their composition.
( http://antoine.frostburg.edu/chem/senese/101/index.shtml )

Tutorial in Organic Chemistry

Visit this site for a tutorial in organic chemistry. Click on the arrow pointing to the right to go to the next frame or highlight the topic that you want to see.
( http://www.chem.neu.edu/courses/reiff/b/lect24/ppframe.htm )

Venn Diagrams on Hydrocarbons

Visit this site for Venn diagrams of hydrocarbons. Click on the highlighted links in the text to find out more information.
( http://hyperphysics.phy-astr.gsu.edu/hbase/organic/hydrocarbon.html )

Structural Models of Hydrocarbons

Visit this site to view structural models of hydrocarbons. Ask your teacher which format your computer is capable of using and click on the appropriate one for an enlarged view.
( http://www.nyu.edu/pages/mathmol/library/hydrocarbons/ )