9.2(a) - Types of Hydrocarbons
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What are hydrocarbons?
💡 Hint: Think about elements that compose hydrocarbons.
Name an example of a saturated hydrocarbon.
💡 Hint: It's the simplest alkane.
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What is the general formula for alkanes?
💡 Hint: Remember the definition of saturated hydrocarbons.
True or False: Alkenes contain only single bonds.
💡 Hint: Think about the structure of alkenes.
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If a hydrocarbon has a formula of C₈H₁₈, classify it as saturated or unsaturated and explain your reasoning.
💡 Hint: 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.
💡 Hint: Think about how double bonds react with hydrogen.
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