Modern Chemistry
Chapter 5: Carbon Chemistry
Chapter Introduction
John discusses the nature of organic chemistry from an organic farm. Duration 3:10.
About Organic Chemistry
Organic chemistry is the study of carbon-containing compounds. Organic compounds can occur naturally or be created synthetically. This video lesson explains why the carbon atom is so special. Duration: 8:48.
Hydrocarbons
A hydrocarbon is an organic compound that contains only hydrogen and carbon. This video lesson introduces three ways to depict organic molecular structures. Structural isomers are also defined. Duration: 8:04.
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