Chemistry 7.2.2 Flashcards

1
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Alkenes undergo ___ in the presence of Oxygen.

A

Combustion.

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Why do Alkenes tend to undergo Incomplete Combustion as opposed to Complete Combustion?

A

Because of their higher Carbon to Hydrogen ratio.

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When do Alkenes undergo Complete Combustion?

A

When there is excess Oxygen.

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4
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Word Equation for Complete Combustion of Alkenes:

A

Alkene + Oxygen —–> Carbon Dioxide + Water

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When do Alkenes undergo Incomplete Combustion?

A

When there is Insufficient Oxygen.

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Word Equation for Incomplete Combustion of Alkenes:

A

Alkene + Oxygen —–> Carbon Monoxide + Water

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7
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Why is Carbon Monoxide poisonous to us?

A

Because it gets picked up by RBC instead of Oxygen, so we die of lack of Oxygen.

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What type of Alkenes is Incomplete Combustion more likely to occur in?

A

Higher Alkenes with larger number of Carbon Atoms.

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