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How will you classify hydrocarbons ? |
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Answer» Solution :Hydrocarbons are classifiedinto THREE classes such as : (i) Alkanes : These are hydrocarbons which CONTAIN only singlebonds.They are represented by the GENERAL formula `C_nH_(2n+2)`(where n=1,2,3,.........). (ii) Alkenes : The hydrocarbonswhich contain one or more C=C bonds are calledalkenes . These are unsaturatedcompounds . They are represented by the general formula `C_nH_(2n)`. Ex: Ethylene `(C_2H_4)` Hydrocarbonsare organiccompounds THATARE made of only hydrogenand carbon atoms.They are found in many palces , including crude OIL and natural gas . |
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