Exploring Hydrocarbons

What is a hydrocarbon?

• A hydrocarbon is a mixture of gases and liquids.

• A hydrocarbon is a compound consisting of hydrogen and carbon.

• A hydrocarbon is a type of metal.

• A hydrocarbon is a compound made only of oxygen.

Which of the following is a saturated hydrocarbon?

• Cycloalkane

• Alkene

• Alkyne

• Alkane

What is the general formula for alkanes?

• CnH2n

• C(n-1)H(2n+1)

• CnH(2n+2)

• CnH(2n-2)

Which type of hydrocarbon contains at least one double bond?

• Cycloalkanes

• Alkenes

• Alkanes

• Aromatics

What is the simplest alkene?

• pentene

• propene

• ethene

• butene

Which of the following is an example of an aromatic hydrocarbon?

• Ethylene

• Cyclohexane

• Benzene

• Toluene

What is the primary source of hydrocarbons?

• Plant-based oils and fats

• Fossil fuels (decomposed organic matter)

• Natural gas from volcanic activity

• Synthetic chemicals from industrial processes

Which hydrocarbon is known as natural gas?

• Butane

• Propane

• Methane

• Ethane

What is the process of breaking down hydrocarbons called?

• Cracking

• Hydrolysis

• Polymerization

• Fermentation

Which hydrocarbon is commonly used as a fuel in vehicles?

• butane

• propane

• ethanol

• gasoline