Lesson 3 - Reactions of Hydrocarbons Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
Q
what type of reactivity does a single bond have?
A
low reactivity
2
Q
why do single bonds have low reactivity?
A
because the single bonds between the carbons are difficult to break
3
Q
can alkanes undergo combustion reactions?
A
yes
4
Q
hydrocarbons burn readily in the air to produce 2 products. what are they? what is the name of the reaction?
A
carbon dioxide and water. It is a complete combustion.
5
Q
what are the products of incomplete combustion?
A
carbon, poisonous carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and water
6
Q
order the following from least reactive to most reactive: alkynes, aromatics, alkenes, alkanes
A
Alkanes, Aromatics, Alkenes, and Alkynes
