Word Root : A word root indicates the nature of basic carbon skeleton.
In case a functional group is present, it is indicated in the name of the compound with either as a prefix or as a suffix.
While adding the suffix to the word root the terminal „e‟ of carbon chain is removed If the carbon chain is unsaturated then the final `ane‟ in the name of the carbon chain is substituted by „en& or yne‟ respectively for double and triple bonds.
- Chemical Properties of Carbon Compounds :
(i) Combustion : Carbon compound undergo combustion reaction to produce CO2 and H20 with the evolution of heat and light.
CH4 +O2 > CO2 + 2O + heat and light
(ii) Oxidation :
The substance which are used for oxidation are known as oxidising agent.
e.g alkaline KMnO4, acidified K2Cr2O7.
(iii) Addition reaction : Unsaturated hydrocarbons (alkenes and alkynes undergo addition reaction in presence of catalysts e.g.
(iv) Substitution reaction : Saturated hydrocarbons give substitution reaction
e.g. methane in presence of sunlight undergo chlorination.
