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Differentiate between saturated and unsaturated hydrocarbons. Give one example for each.

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Saturated hydrocarbonUnsaturated hydrocarbon
1. It consists of single bond between carbon atoms.Double or triple bond between carbon atoms is present.
2. It bums with blue flame.It burns with sooty flame.
3. Show substitution reactionShow addition reaction.
4. Less reactive Eg. CH4, Methane C2H6, EthaneMore reactive E.g. H2C=CH2, Ethene
HC ≡ CH, Ethyne


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