Compare the elements Na, Mg, O, and P. (a) Place the elements in order of increasing ionization energy. (b) Place the elements in order of increasing electron affinity.
Katey Helwick Organic Chemistry, Matera 8/30/16 Organic Chemistry Pre-Class Notes (Sections 1.1-1.3) 1.1- What is Organic Chemistry **An organic compound is composed primarily of carbon and hydrogen (imperfect definition) 1.2- Why Carbon Reasons why the chemistry of life is centered primarily around the carbon atom: o Diversity- Carbon is cable of forming 4 covalent bonds to other atoms o Carbon atoms can link together in chains of almost any length o Branching at each carbon in the chain o Capability of forming double and triple bonds o Stability- Carbon forms very strong bonds with other atoms & carbon atoms Oxygen:
