In this course, you'll explore the various effects that influence electron displacement in organic molecules, including inductive, mesomeric, and electromeric effects, along with clear examples. It also covers fundamental acid-base concepts and focuses on organic acids and bases, explaining their properties, behaviors, and stability factors. You'll find useful practice problems and downloadable notes to enhance your learning as you delve into these critical topics.
What you'll learn
understanding the inductive, mesomeric, and electromeric effects
applying acid-base theories in organic chemistry
analyzing the stability of conjugate bases
recognizing the periodic trends in acid strength
Course objectives
to explain electron displacement effects using examples
to clarify the strength and properties of organic acids and bases
to provide a memorization aid for acidity order based on pKa values