Organic chemistry focuses on carboncontaining compounds from "summary" of NCERT Chemistry Class 11 - [CBSE Board] by Dr. S. C. Rastogi, ,Er. Meera Goyal
Organic chemistry is a branch of chemistry that deals with the study of carbon-containing compounds. This discipline is of utmost importance as carbon is unique in its ability to form diverse and complex molecules due to its tetravalent nature. In organic chemistry, the focus is on understanding the structure, properties, composition, reactions, and synthesis of carbon-based compounds. These compounds are not only abundant in nature but also play a crucial role in various biological processes. The scope of organic chemistry is vast, encompassing a wide range of compounds such as hydrocarbons, alcohols, aldehydes, ketones, carboxylic acids, esters, amines, amides, and many more. These compounds are present in living organisms, food, medicines, fuels, plastics, dyes, and numerous other products that we encounter in our daily lives. By studying organic chemistry, we can gain insights into the molecular basis of life and understand how these compounds intera...
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