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13.2.1 General Characteristics of a Homologous Series
Each homologous series has some general characteristics: (i) Same functional group: The family members of a homologous series have the same functional group. (ii) Same general formula: The family members have the same general formula. (iii) Differ by –CH₂– unit: The adjacent
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13.2.1 General Characteristics of a Homologous Series
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Each homologous series has some general characteristics: (i) Same functional group: The family members of a homologous series have the same functional group. (ii) Same general formula: The family members have the same general formula. (iii) Differ by –CH₂– unit: The adjacent
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13.2.1 General Characteristics of a Homologous Series is a core idea in this chapter. Learn the meaning first, then the main parts, then one clear example.
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Each homologous series has some general characteristics: (i) Same functional group: The family members of a homologous series have the same functional group. (ii) Same general formula: The family members have the same general formula. (iii) Differ by –CH₂– unit: The adjacent
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- Each homologous series has some general characteristics: (i) Same functional group: The family members of a homo
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- Each homologous series has some general characteristics: (i) Same functional group: The family members of a homo
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Common Mistakes
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Do not write about 13.2.1 General Characteristics of a Homologous Series without a clear definition.
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Do not mix this idea with a neighbouring chapter concept.
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Each homologous series has some general characteristics: (i) Same functional group: The family members of a homo
Each homologous series has some general characteristics: (i) Same functional group: The family members of a homologous series have the **same functional
- Definition
- Each homologous series has some general characteristics: (i) Same functional group: The family members of a homologous series have the **same functional
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- Do not write about 13.2.1 General Characteristics of a Homologous Series without a clear definition.
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