Chemistry 0620 · IGCSE · Alkanes

Alkanes — practice question

A molecule of an alkane with molecular formula $\text{C}_8\text{H}_{18}$ is cracked. The reaction equation is given as $\text{C}_8\text{H}_{18} \rightarrow Q + 2R$. Substance R contains two carbon atoms in each molecule and turns aqueous bromine colourless. What is substance Q?

  • Abutane
  • Bbutene
  • Cethane
  • Dethene

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