10 Questions
True or false: Addition reactions involve adding hydrogen to an unsaturated compound?
True
True or false: Unsaturated compounds have a double bond?
True
True or false: Addition reactions involve giving the carbon atoms something extra to hold on to?
True
True or false: In an addition reaction, the original carbons still have their original hydrogen attached to them?
True
True or false: Addition reactions always result in a product with a double bond?
False
What is the most basic type of addition reaction discussed in the text?
Adding hydrogen to ethene
What does it mean for a compound to be unsaturated?
It has a double bond
What is the purpose of an addition reaction?
To give the carbon atoms something extra to hold on to
What happens to the original carbon atoms in an addition reaction?
They still have their original hydrogen attached to them
Why is ethene considered an unsaturated compound?
It has a double bond between its carbon atoms
Test your knowledge on addition reactions with this quick revision lesson! Learn how to add hydrogen to ethene in this basic addition reaction. Don't forget the key steps and concepts involved in this type of reaction.
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