Chemistry 0620 · IGCSE · Alkanes

Alkanes — practice question

Ethane belongs to the alkane family.
(a)[1]

Draw the structure of ethane so that every atom and bond is shown.

(b)[2]

Complete the equation for the complete combustion of propane: $\text{C}_3\text{H}_8 + 5\text{O}_2 \rightarrow \ldots\,\text{CO}_2 + \ldots\,\text{H}_2\text{O}$.

(c(i))[1]

State one further process that releases methane into the atmosphere.

(c(ii))[1]

Give one important use of methane.

(d)[2]

State what is meant by the term hydrocarbon.

(e)[1]

Name the reagent used to distinguish alkanes from alkenes.

(f(i))[1]

Name one element that is also made during the cracking of alkanes.

(f(ii))[1]

State one condition needed for cracking alkanes.

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This 10-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: Displayed ethane structure with the correct C-C link and H atoms

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