SN1 vs SN2 Mechanisms 3D
Interactive 3D simulation of nucleophilic substitution reactions. Compare the concerted backside attack of an SN2 mechanism (inversion) with the stepwise planar carbocation of an SN1 mechanism (racemization).
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R/S Stereocenter 3D Analyzer
Interactive 3D visualization of tetrahedral chiral centers. Practice assigning Cahn-Ingold-Prelog (CIP) priorities, rotate molecules to place the lowest priority group in the back, and determine R or S configurations.
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SN1 vs SN2 Nucleophilic Substitution
Side-by-side SN1 vs SN2 comparison with kinetics, stereochemistry (racemization vs Walden inversion), step-by-step mechanism walkthroughs, and decision flowchart table. Covers substrate structure, nucleophile strength, solvent effects (protic vs aprotic), and LIATE selection.
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Functional Groups Recognition
Comprehensive reference card library of 20 organic functional groups organized by category (hydrocarbons, oxygen, nitrogen, sulfur, halogen). Shows structural formula, IUPAC suffix, examples, and key properties including polarity and hydrogen bonding capacity.
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Stereochemistry & Chirality
Four-section stereochemistry module covering chirality and enantiomers, R/S CIP priority assignment rules, diastereomers vs meso compounds, and optical activity with polarimetry. Includes pharmacology context (Thalidomide) and biological homochirality discussion.