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Most organic compounds compared contain hydrogen atoms in addition to carbon atoms
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electron configuration is key to atoms characteristics
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Electron config determines the kinds and number of bonds an atom will form with other atoms
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4 valence electrons, carbon can form 4 covalent bonds with a variety of atoms
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this ability makes large complex molecules possible
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Hydrocarbons can undergo reactions that release a large amount of energy
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Structure relates to function
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Seven functional groups that are the most important in the chemistry of life
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Hydroxyl, Amino, Carbonyl, Carboxyl, Sulfhydryl , Phosphate, Methyl
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