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Homologous Series Flashcards

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What is meant by a homologous series?

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A family of compounds with similar chemical properties and the same general formula

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What is the general formula for alkanes?

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CnH2n+2

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What is the general formula for alkenes?

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CnH2n

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What is the general for cycloalkanes?

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CnH2n

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What is the test for unsaturated hydrocarbons?

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Is they decolourise bromine water then they are unsaturated

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What is the word equation for the reaction of alkenes with hydrogen?

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alkene + hydrogen —> alkane

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What is the word equation for the reaction of alkenes with water?

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alkene + water —> alkanol (alcohol)

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What is the word equation for the reaction of alkenes with halogens?

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alkene + halogen —> haloalkane

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