10 Questions
Which halogen is known to lead to ozone depletion?
Chlorine
Which haloalkane is designated as a non-ozone layer depleter by the United States Environmental Protection Agency?
Methyl iodide
What is the general formula for haloalkanes?
RX
Which century saw the systematic synthesis of haloalkanes in step with the development of organic chemistry?
19th century
Which of the following are uses of haloalkanes?
Fire extinguishants
Which halogen is NOT a threat to the ozone layer when present in haloalkanes?
Iodine
What is a controversial fumigant among the haloalkanes?
Methyl bromide
What century saw the production of Chloroethane?
15th century
Which class do haloalkanes belong to?
Halocarbons
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Flame retardants
Test your knowledge about haloalkanes, a subset of halocarbons widely used in commerce as flame retardants, fire extinguishants, and more. Learn about their uses and environmental impact in this quiz.
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