4c. Alkanes Flashcards
1
Q
General formula for alkanes
A
CnH2n+2
2
Q
Saturated hydrocarbon:
A
A molecule containing only single bonds between carbon atoms (Alkanes)
3
Q
Unsaturated hydrocarbons:
A
A molecule containing a carbon-carbon double or tiple bond (Alkenes)
4
Q
What do alkanes need to react?
A
UV light