Homologous Series Flashcards
1
Q
What is meant by a homologous series?
A
A family of compounds with similar chemical properties and the same general formula
2
Q
What is the general formula for alkanes?
A
CnH2n+2
3
Q
What is the general formula for alkenes?
A
CnH2n
4
Q
What is the general for cycloalkanes?
A
CnH2n
5
Q
What is the test for unsaturated hydrocarbons?
A
Is they decolourise bromine water then they are unsaturated
6
Q
What is the word equation for the reaction of alkenes with hydrogen?
A
alkene + hydrogen —> alkane
7
Q
What is the word equation for the reaction of alkenes with water?
A
alkene + water —> alkanol (alcohol)
8
Q
What is the word equation for the reaction of alkenes with halogens?
A
alkene + halogen —> haloalkane