Practice Alkanes, Alkenes, Alkynes (hydrocarbons) (9.2) - Chapter 9: Organic Chemistry I (Fundamentals & Functional Groups)

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Question 1.
What is the general formula for alkanes?
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Consider how many hydrogen atoms are in relation to carbon atoms.
Question 2.
Name a simple example of an alkene.
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This alkene has two carbon atoms.
3Question 3.
What is the general formula for alkenes?
- A) CₙH₂ₙ
- B) CₙH₂ₙ₊₂
- C) CₙH₂ₙ₋₂
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Look for the formula with a double bond.
4Question 4.
Are alkynes saturated or unsaturated hydrocarbons?
- True
- False
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Consider the definition of saturation in hydrocarbons.
Question 5.
Describe the structural differences between alkanes, alkenes, and alkynes, and give specific examples.
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Use the general formulas to understand the relationships.
Question 6.
Predict the product of the hydrogenation of an alkyne and explain the reaction's significance.
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Consider what happens to bonds when adding hydrogen.

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