Chemistry 0620 · IGCSE · Alkenes

Alkenes — practice question

(a(i))[2]

Why can these two compounds be classified as hydrocarbons?

(a(ii))[3]

Describe a chemical test that can distinguish hydrocarbon A from hydrocarbon B.

(b)[1]

Draw the structure of the alkene that could be reacted with steam to produce compound C. Include every atom and every bond.

(c(i))[1]

What type of polymerisation takes place when alkenes form polymers?

(c(ii))[1]

Draw the structure of the alkene from which this polymer could be formed. Show every atom and every bond.

(c(iii))[2]

Complete the chemical equation for the incomplete combustion of poly(ethene). Carbon monoxide is the sole carbon-containing product. $[\text{CH}_2-\text{CH}_2]_n + \ldots\text{O}_2 \rightarrow \ldots + 2n\,\text{H}_2\text{O}$

(d)[2]

Complete the diagram to show the structure of one monomer. Show every atom and every bond.

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