Alkenes - IUPAC Names and Isomers

The video tutorial covers the basics of alkenes, including their structure, bonding, and isomerism. It explains the IUPAC naming rules for alkenes, focusing on identifying the longest chain, numbering, and naming conventions. The tutorial also delves into the bonding characteristics of alkenes, highlighting the sigma and pi bonds, and the concept of SP2 hybridization. Additionally, it discusses the different types of isomerism in alkenes, such as structural and stereoisomerism, and the use of cis-trans and E-Z nomenclature.

What is the general formula of alkenes?

Describe the key steps in naming alkenes according to IUPAC rules.

How does the presence of substituents affect the naming of alkenes?

What is the significance of the double bond in alkenes?

Explain the concept of geometric isomerism in alkenes.

What are the differences between cis and trans isomers?

What are the Khan Ingold Prelog priority rules used for?