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Unit 2: Energy, Rate and Chemistry of Carbon Compounds
Quick questions on Hydrocarbons - WJEC A-Level Chemistry
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What are alkanes?Show answer
Alkanes are otherwise unreactive because their and bonds are strong and non-polar.
What is q1?Show answer
State the reagent and condition needed to convert ethene to ethane. [1 mark]
What is q2?Show answer
Write the equation for the complete combustion of propane. [1 mark]
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Name the type of mechanism by which bromine adds to ethene. [1 mark]
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Explain why a secondary carbocation is more stable than a primary one. [1 mark]
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State why addition polymers such as poly(ethene) are non-biodegradable. [1 mark]
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