Alkenes Flashcards
1
Q
Why are alkenes unsaturated
A
They have a double bond
2
Q
The alkenes
A
- ethene
- propene
- butene
3
Q
Alkenes general formula
A
CnH2n
4
Q
What reaction is it when halogens react with alkenes
A
Addition reaction
5
Q
What happens during the reaction with alkenes and halogens
A
The double bond breaks and the halogen is added
6
Q
What is the test Alkenes
A
Bromine water turns orange_
-> colourless
7
Q
What is an Isomer
A
A molecule with the same molecular formula but with a different arrangement of atoms in a space
