hydrocarbons Flashcards
1
Q
what are hydrocarbons?
A
hydrocarbons are compounds from carbon and hydrogen atoms
2
Q
what are the simplest types of hydrocarbons?
A
Alkanes
3
Q
describe alkanes
A
each carbon atom forms four single covalent bonds
4
Q
What are the first four alkanes?
A
methane , ethane , propane and butane
5
Q
what is the complete combustion?
A
The complete combustion of a hydrocarbon in oxygen releases lots of energy
6
Q
what are the waste products formed?
A
carbon dioxide and water vapour
7
Q
What happens during combustion?
A
both carbon and hydrogen from the hydrocarbon are oxidised
8
Q
what is oxidation?
A
The gain of oxygen
