C6.2.1 - Alkanes Flashcards
1
Q
What are hydrocarbons?
A
Compounds which only contain hydrogen atoms and carbon atoms
2
Q
Are alkanes hydrocarbons?
A
Yes
3
Q
What does saturated mean?
A
(In the context of hydrocarbon molecules) Having only single carbon-carbon bonds
4
Q
Are alkanes saturated?
A
Yes
5
Q
What is the general formula for alkanes?
A
CnH2n+2
6
Q
What is the formula for methane?
A
CH4
7
Q
What is the formula for ethane?
A
C2H6
8
Q
What is the formula for propane?
A
C3H8
9
Q
What is the formula for butane?
A
C4H10
10
Q
What happens to bromine water when bromine is mixed with alkanes?
A
Nothing occurs
