Hydrocarbons Properties Flashcards
1
Q
Viscosity
A
How thick the substance is
2
Q
Volatility
A
How readily the substance vaporizes (boiling point)
3
Q
Flammability
A
How easily the substance burns or combusts
4
Q
What happens to the viscosity when there are more carbon atoms in the hydrocarbon?
A
The viscosity increases.
Because, there are more intermolecular forces so the substance is more resistant.
5
Q
What happens to the volatility when there are more carbon atoms in the hydrocarbon?
A
The volatility decreases.
Because, there are more intermolecular forces which needs more energy to break them.
6
Q
What happens to the flammability when there are more carbon atoms in the hydrocarbon?
A
The flammability increases.
Because, there are more intermolecular forces which needs more thermal energy to break.
