Organic reactions are chemical processes that involve changes in organic compounds, typically involving the breaking and forming of chemical bonds. Click the cards below to explore different types of organic reactions.
Substitution reactions involve the replacement of one atom or group in a molecule with another.
Addition reactions involve two or more reactants combining to form a single product.
Organic oxidation reactions include the creation of aldehydes, ketones and carboxylic acids from alcohols.
Condensation reactions combine two molecules to form a larger molecule, releasing water as a byproduct.
Hydrolysis reactions break down larger molecules into smaller components by the addition of water.
Esterification reactions are a fundamental organic reaction of alcohol and carboxylic acid. Transesterification reactions involve the conversion of fats and oils into biodiesel.