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What indicates that a compound has two of the same branch?
What indicates that a compound has two of the same branch?
- mono
- uni (correct)
- tri
- di
If the double bond in an alkene is between carbons 3 and 4, what is the position number of the double bond?
If the double bond in an alkene is between carbons 3 and 4, what is the position number of the double bond?
- 5
- 2
- 4
- 3 (correct)
In what order should branches be listed when naming alkenes?
In what order should branches be listed when naming alkenes?
- Based on their size
- Random order
- Reverse alphabetical order
- Alphabetical order (correct)
Which property of alkenes allows them to dissolve in non-polar solvents?
Which property of alkenes allows them to dissolve in non-polar solvents?
What type of isomerism occurs due to the presence of a double bond in alkenes?
What type of isomerism occurs due to the presence of a double bond in alkenes?
In a cis isomer, where are the two larger groups attached to the double bonded carbon atoms located?
In a cis isomer, where are the two larger groups attached to the double bonded carbon atoms located?
What happens to the double bond during an addition reaction?
What happens to the double bond during an addition reaction?
What type of compounds are alkenes classified as?
What type of compounds are alkenes classified as?
Which of the following is NOT a common atom or group added to a double bond in an addition reaction?
Which of the following is NOT a common atom or group added to a double bond in an addition reaction?
How do the boiling points of alkenes generally compare to those of similar-sized alkanes?
How do the boiling points of alkenes generally compare to those of similar-sized alkanes?
What is the role of ethene gas in ripening fruit?
What is the role of ethene gas in ripening fruit?
What happens to the alkene during an addition reaction?
What happens to the alkene during an addition reaction?
What happens to a symmetrical reactant when it adds to a multiple bond?
What happens to a symmetrical reactant when it adds to a multiple bond?
Which of the following is an example of an asymmetrical alkene?
Which of the following is an example of an asymmetrical alkene?
What determines the number of products formed in an addition reaction?
What determines the number of products formed in an addition reaction?
What is the characteristic of a symmetrical alkene?
What is the characteristic of a symmetrical alkene?
Where is the halogen atom or OH group usually added in an addition reaction?
Where is the halogen atom or OH group usually added in an addition reaction?
What does Markovnikov's rule suggest about the addition of two asymmetrical reactants?
What does Markovnikov's rule suggest about the addition of two asymmetrical reactants?
During fractional distillation, which hydrocarbons are removed first in the lower sections of the fractionation tower?
During fractional distillation, which hydrocarbons are removed first in the lower sections of the fractionation tower?
What is the main objective of fractional distillation in oil refineries?
What is the main objective of fractional distillation in oil refineries?
What process is used to break larger hydrocarbon molecules into smaller gasoline molecules?
What process is used to break larger hydrocarbon molecules into smaller gasoline molecules?
What is the primary purpose of reforming in the oil industry?
What is the primary purpose of reforming in the oil industry?
Why are branched chain alkanes desirable in internal combustion engines?
Why are branched chain alkanes desirable in internal combustion engines?
What is the primary purpose of petrochemical plants?
What is the primary purpose of petrochemical plants?
What is the primary purpose of refining petroleum?
What is the primary purpose of refining petroleum?
Which of the following chemicals are commonly produced in Canadian petrochemical plants?
Which of the following chemicals are commonly produced in Canadian petrochemical plants?
What are the primary building blocks used in the production of petrochemical products?
What are the primary building blocks used in the production of petrochemical products?
What is the significance of petrochemical products in everyday life?
What is the significance of petrochemical products in everyday life?
What is a key outcome of the refining process?
What is a key outcome of the refining process?
