Complete the table that gives details of the first three alkynes.
Complete the dot-and-cross diagram to show the electron arrangement in a molecule of ethyne, H-C≡C-H, and include only outer shell electrons.
Give two further characteristics of members of a homologous series.
Use the information shown in the table in (a) to work out the general formula of alkynes.
Alkynes are unsaturated. Describe a test that shows unsaturation.\ntest\nresult
Name an oxidising agent that can be used to oxidise ethanol to ethanoic acid.
Draw the structure of ethanoic acid, showing every atom and every bond.
Name this ester and draw its structure, showing every atom and every bond.\nname of the ester\nstructure of the ester
Name another ester whose molecular formula is C$_4$H$_8$O$_2$.
What type of polymerisation is used in the manufacture of polyesters?
Name a polyester.