GCSE Chemistry - Alkanes

A quiz on Alkanes, a topic which features alot in topic C7 of 21st century science and other boards, it is closely related to alchohols and carbocylic acids, and is one of the basics of organic chemistry. Enjoy the quiz and don't forget to comment and like. Good luck in all your summer exams.

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  • Created by: Rhys B-M
  • Created on: 27-03-13 22:51
Alkanes are made of hydrogen atoms surrounded by carbon atoms.
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What type of bonds are present in alkanes?
Covalent
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What is the general formula for Alkanes?
CnH2n+2
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Are the alkanes very unreactive?
Yes
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Alkanes react with aqueous reagents?
Nay
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Why dont Alkanes react?
They have covalent bonds which are hard to break.
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How many carbons does ethane have?
2
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Which alkane has 4 carbon atoms?
Butane
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Do alkanes burn in oxygen?
yes
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What products are created in the burning of an alkane in oxygen?
Carbon dioxide and water
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