Chemistry 9701 · AS & A Level · Hydrocarbons

Hydrocarbons — practice question

A single molecule of dodecane, $\text{C}_{12}\text{H}_{26}$, undergoes cracking to give three product molecules, X, Y and Z. X is an alkane with a straight chain. Y and Z are straight-chain alkenes that have different $M_r$ values. Which of the following statements about X, Y and Z are correct?

  • A1, 2 and 3 are correct
  • B1 and 2 only are correct
  • C2 and 3 only are correct
  • D1 only is correct

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