Organic Chemistry Pre-AICE Chemistry

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What is the homologous series that contains a C=C double bond?

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Alkenes are the homologous series that contain a C=C double bond.

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Which of the following is saturated: C4H8, C4H10, C5H8?

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C4H10 is saturated.

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What is the monomer that forms the polymer known as polyethylene?

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The monomer that forms polyethylene is ethene.

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True or False: A catalyst is required for the hydration of ethene.

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True, a catalyst is required for the hydration of ethene.

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What is the general formula for alkanes?

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The general formula for alkanes is CnH2n+2.

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Define alkenes.

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Alkenes are hydrocarbons that contain at least one carbon-carbon double bond.

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What is a saturated hydrocarbon?

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A saturated hydrocarbon is a hydrocarbon that contains only single bonds between carbon atoms.

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What is the difference between alkanes and alkenes?

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Alkanes contain only single bonds, while alkenes contain at least one double bond.

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What is the process of hydration in organic chemistry?

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Hydration is the addition of water to a compound, often requiring a catalyst.

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What is a polymer?

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A polymer is a large molecule made up of repeating structural units called monomers.