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Introduction and Nomenclature
- Alkynes are hydrocarbons with C≡C triple bond, general formula CnH2n-2
- Terminal alkynes have C≡C at the end of chain (R-C≡C-H)
- Internal alkynes have C≡C within the chain (R-C≡C-R')
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Isomerism in Alkynes
- Alkynes show position isomerism (but-1-yne vs but-2-yne)
- Chain isomerism due to different carbon skeletons
- Functional isomerism with dienes, cycloalkenes, bicyclic compounds
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Preparation of Alkynes
- Industrial method: 2CH₄ → C₂H₂ + 3H₂ (at 1773K)
- From carbides: CaC₂ + 2H₂O → C₂H₂ + Ca(OH)₂
- Double dehydrohalogenation: vicinal/geminal dihalides + alc. KOH or NaNH₂
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Physical Properties
- Lower homologs are gases, higher ones liquids/solids
- Boiling points: alkynes > alkenes > alkanes (same carbon number)
- Slightly more polar and water-soluble than alkenes/alkanes
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Key Concepts
Alkynes contain spLargeVicinal or geminal dihalides undergo eliminationTerminal alkynes (RCatalytic hydrogenation
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