Year 11 · SACE Stage 1

Molecules

Apply shapes, intermolecular-force, hydrocarbon and polymer rules.

Subtopics

Count electron regions and determine molecular shape and net polarity.

Classify attractions and compare simple boiling-point patterns.

Name simple alkanes and alkenes, interpret formulae and identify structural isomers.

Convert names to structures with ethyl branches and longer parent chains.

Balance complete combustion and apply alkene addition rules.

Connect alkene monomers to polymer repeat units and material classifications.