Practice Ethyne (c₂h₂) (9.6(c)) - Organic Chemistry

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Question 1.
What is the molecular formula of ethyne?
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It includes 2 carbon atoms.
Question 2.
Which functional group is present in alkynes?
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Consider the number of bonds between carbon atoms.
3Question 3.
What is the formula for ethyne?
- C₂H₄
- C₂H₂
- CH₄
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Remember, it’s the first member of the alkyne family.
4Question 4.
Does ethyne have a triple bond?
- True
- False
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Think about what distinguishes alkynes.
Question 5.
If 10 grams of calcium carbide are reacted with water, what theoretical yield of ethyne can be produced?
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Use the molar mass and the balanced reaction.
Question 6.
Considering the combustion of ethyne provides heat, calculate how much CO₂ is produced when burning 100 grams of ethyne.
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Remember, 1 mol of ethyne produces 4 moles of CO₂.

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