hydrocarbons Flashcards
1
Q
true or false?-Decane is less flammable than ethane
A
true
2
Q
A hydrocarbon is a flammable gas at room temperature which burns with a very clean flame. What can you estimate about this hydrocarbon?
A
It has fewer than 5 carbon atoms
3
Q
A hydrocarbon sample is a thick, sticky liquid which burns with a very smoky flame and has a very high boiling point. What can you estimate about this hydrocarbon?
A
It has more than 20 carbon atoms
4
Q
Pentane is a short chain hydrocarbon. Eicosane is a longer chain hydrocarbon. If you had a sample of propane and eicosane, which sample would have the highest viscosity?
A
Eicosane
