Alkenes Flashcards
1
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General formula of alkenes
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C2H2n
2
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Examples of unsaturates hydrocarbons
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- Alkenes
- Cycloalkenes
3
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Bonding in alkenes
(Sigma and pi)
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4
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Electrophile definition
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5
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Addition reaction of alkenes with hydrogen
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6
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Addition reaction of alkenes with halogens
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7
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Addition reaction of alkenes with hydrogen halides
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8
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Addition reaction of alkenes with steam
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9
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Addition reaction of alkenes with potassium manganate (VII)
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10
Q
What does the heterolytic fission of covalent bonds form?
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Heterolytic fission of covalent bonds form ions
11
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Electrophilic addition mechanism of alkenes and halogens
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12
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Electrophilic addition mechanism of alkenes and hydrogen halides
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13
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What is the test for C=C double bond?
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14
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How do alkenes form polymers?
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Alkenes form polymers through addition polymerisation
15
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What can be done with waste polymers?
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- Recycling
- Incineration - to release energy
- Used as feedstock for cracking
