haloalkane

Example:Fluoroalkanes are used as refrigerants in many household appliances.

Definition:A specific type of haloalkane where all the halogen atoms are fluorine.

Example:Chloroalkanes are often used as solvents in chemical processes.

Definition:A haloalkane in which chlorine atoms replace hydrogen atoms in an alkane chain.

Example:Bromoalkanes are used in flame retardant applications.

Definition:A haloalkane in which bromine atoms replace hydrogen atoms in an alkane chain.

Example:Iodoalkanes are less reactive compared to other haloalkanes due to the lower electrophilicity of the iodine atom.

Definition:A haloalkane in which iodine atoms replace hydrogen atoms in an alkane chain.