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Sucrose is a disaccharide because it consists of two monosaccharides, glucose and fructose, linked by a glycosidic bond. A disaccharide forms when two simple sugar molecules undergo dehydration synthesis (removal of water). Related Questions: What is a dextrose sugar? Write the formula of an amino acid and identify functional groups in it. Which compounds … Read more
A systematic method of naming chemical compounds ensures clarity and avoids confusion. It helps in the precise identification of compounds, facilitating effective communication among scientists, ensuring the correct structure and properties are understood, and avoiding ambiguities in practical applications. Related Questions: Give three examples of unsaturated hydrocarbons. How can you differentiate ethane from ethene? … Read more
Ethene (Ethylene): Used in the production of polyethylene (a plastic). Used as a ripening agent for fruits. Used in the production of ethanol and other chemicals. Ethyne (Acetylene): Used as a fuel for welding and cutting metals. Used in the production of synthetic chemicals like acetic acid and acetaldehyde. Related Questions: Explain the different types … Read more
Dehalogenation of 1,2-Dihalide: CH₂Cl-CH₂Cl → C₂H₂ + 2HCl (In the presence of Zn and heat) Dehalogenation of Tetrahalide: C₂Cl₄ → C₂H₂ + 2Cl₂ (In the presence of Zn and heat) Related Questions: Give three examples of unsaturated hydrocarbons. How can you differentiate ethane from ethene? What do you mean by dehydration reaction? Give one … Read more
Dehydration of Alcohol: C₂H₅OH → C₂H₄ + H₂O (In the presence of concentrated H₂SO₄) Dehydrohalogenation of Alkyl Halide: C₂H₅Cl → C₂H₄ + HCl (In the presence of alcoholic KOH) Related Questions: Give three examples of unsaturated hydrocarbons. How can you differentiate ethane from ethene? What do you mean by dehydration reaction? Give one example. Draw … Read more
Alkene to Alkane: C₂H₄ + H₂ → C₂H₆ (Hydrogenation) Alkyne to Alkane: C₂H₂ + 2H₂ → C₂H₆ (Hydrogenation) Related Questions: Give three examples of unsaturated hydrocarbons. How can you differentiate ethane from ethene? What do you mean by dehydration reaction? Give one example. Draw structural formulas of an alkane, an alkene, and an alkyne containing … Read more
(i) Ethene into ethane: Ethene + H₂ → Ethane (Hydrogenation) (ii) Methane into carbon tetrachloride: CH₄ + 4Cl₂ → CCl₄ + 4HCl (Chlorination) (iii) Ethene into glycol: Ethene + H₂O₂ → Ethylene glycol (In the presence of a catalyst) (iv) Ethyl chloride into ethane: C₂H₅Cl + H₂ → C₂H₆ + HCl (Reduction with hydrogen) (v) … Read more
Combustion is a chemical reaction between a hydrocarbon and oxygen that releases energy in the form of heat and light. The process can be classified into complete combustion and incomplete combustion, depending on the amount of oxygen available during the reaction. 1. Complete Combustion: Complete combustion occurs when a hydrocarbon burns in the presence of … Read more
Hydrogenation is a chemical reaction in which hydrogen (H₂) is added to a compound, typically an unsaturated hydrocarbon, to convert it into a saturated hydrocarbon. This process involves the addition of hydrogen atoms to the double or triple bonds of alkenes or alkynes, thus converting them into alkanes. Process: 1. Reaction with Alkenes: When an … Read more
Hydrocarbons are organic compounds made up of only hydrogen and carbon atoms. They are categorized into four main types based on the nature of the bonds between carbon atoms: 1. Alkanes (Saturated Hydrocarbons): Alkanes are hydrocarbons that contain only single bonds between carbon atoms. They are also called saturated hydrocarbons because each carbon atom is … Read more