natures chemistry reactions Flashcards
what do all hydrocarbons undergo to produce carbon dioxide and water?
complete combustion
when does incomplete combustion occur and what are its products?
it occurs when there is a limited supply of oxygen
products will include carbon and/or carbon monoxide
what type of molecule can undergo an adition reaction?
alkenes
what is an adition reaction of an alkene with a halogen element known as?
halogenation
what is an adition reaction of an alkene with hydrogen known as?
hydrogenation
what is the name given to the prodect produced when an alkene reacts with a hydrogen halide (ie hydrogen bromide)
they form halogenoalkanes
summerise hydration
the reaction of water with an alkene to form an alcohol
what is hydration carried out using?
a catalyst and water in the form of steam