Organic Chemistry Alkenes Flashcards
1
Q
Hydrogenation of Alkenes
Reaction + conditions
A
Alkene+ H2= alkane
Ni catalyst +433K
2
Q
Halogenation of alkenes
Reaction and conditions
A
Alkene + halogen = haloalkane
Eg C2H4+ Br2= C2H4Br2
Room temperature
3
Q
Addition of hydrogen halides to alkenes
Reaction and conditions
+ what is special
A
Alkene+ hydrogen halide=haloalkane
There are 2 products ( major and minor)
Room temperature
4
Q
Hydration of alkenes
Reaction and conditions
A
Alkene+H2O=alcohol
( more than one product)
Steam and H3PO4 catalyst
5
Q
Addition polymerisation of alkenes
Conditions
A
High temp + pressure
Catalyst