Chemistry 5070 · O Level · Alkenes

Alkenes — practice question

A hydrocarbon compound Q has the molecular formula $\text{C}_x\text{H}_y$. Q reacts with hydrogen to give one product whose molecular formula is $\text{C}_x\text{H}_{y+2}$. Which statement about Q is correct?

  • AQ does not burn in air.
  • BQ is a saturated hydrocarbon.
  • CQ reacts with bromine to form a single product with molecular formula $\text{C}_x\text{H}_{y-1}\text{Br}$.
  • DQ reacts with steam to form a single product with molecular formula $\text{C}_x\text{H}_{y+2}\text{O}$.

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