IB Chemistry — Functional groups: classification of organic compounds

What you'll learn in Topic 3.2

• 3.2.1 Organic compounds and homologous series
• 3.2.2 Representing organic molecules
• 3.2.3 Functional groups and nomenclature
• 3.2.4 Spectroscopic identification of organic compounds

Study resources — 3.2 Functional groups: classification of organic compounds

Topic 3.2 Functional groups: classification of organic compounds forms a core part of Unit 3: Structure 3: Classification of matter in IB Chemistry. Mastering these concepts will strengthen your understanding of connected topics across the syllabus and prepare you for exam questions that require analysis, evaluation, and real-world application.