N5 Nature's Chemistry

What is the name of the compound with the formula C3H8?

• Propene

• Propan-1-ol

• Propane

• Propan-2-ol

What term describes the grouping of hydrocarbons into 'families' with a general formula and similar chemical properties?

• Isomeric series

• Homologous series

• Atomic series

• Molecular series

Which of the following is NOT an alkane?

• Methane

• Ethane

• Propane

• Ethene

Which of the following is a characteristic of alkanes?

• They are unsaturated hydrocarbons.

• They have a benzene ring.

• They are saturated hydrocarbons.

• They contain oxygen.

Which alkane has the chemical formula C2H6?

• Methane

• Ethane

• Propane

• Butane

Which alkane has the shortened structural formula CH3CH3?

• Methane

• Ethane

• Propane

• Butane

What type of hydrocarbon is butane?

• Alkene

• Alkyne

• Alkane

• Aromatic

What is the prefix for a hydrocarbon with 8 carbon atoms?

• Hex-

• Hept-

• Oct-

• Non-

What is the prefix for a hydrocarbon with 5 carbon atoms?

• Prop-

• Hept-

• Pent-

• Hex-

What is the name of the alkane with the formula C4H10?

• Ethane

• Propane

• Methane

• Butane