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What are hydrocarbons?
Think about elements that compose hydrocarbons.
Name an example of a saturated hydrocarbon.
It's the simplest alkane.
What is the general formula for alkanes?
Remember the definition of saturated hydrocarbons.
True or False: Alkenes contain only single bonds.
Think about the structure of alkenes.
If a hydrocarbon has a formula of C₈H₁₈, classify it as saturated or unsaturated and explain your reasoning.
Compare the formula with the general form of alkanes.
Predict what happens if you react an alkene with hydrogen gas under specific conditions and name the process.
Think about how double bonds react with hydrogen.
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