Unit 2- Addition Reactions Flashcards
0
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Are alkenes saturated or unsaturated?
A
Unsaturated
1
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Name 2 subsets of hydrocarbons which are saturated
A
Alkanes
Cycloalkanes
2
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What are unsaturated hydrocarbons?
A
Hydrocarbon which contain at least one carbon to carbon double bond
3
Q
What is bromine solution used for?
A
To distinguish between an unsaturated hydrocarbon from a saturated hydrocarbon
4
Q
When an alkene reacts with hydrogen what does it produce?
A
The corresponding alkane
5
Q
What colour does bromine change to if there is a positive test?
A
From orange to clear, colourless
6
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What is happening when a hydrocarbon reacts with bromine?
A
An addition reaction
