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What is a hydrocarbon?

A compound that contains only carbon and hydrogen atoms

What is meant by saturated?

A compound containing only single bonds

What is meant by unsaturated?

A compound containing one or more multiple bonds/double bonds etc

How many bonds does a carbon atom form?

Four bonds

What is a functional group?

An atom or group of atoms in a molecule that is responsible for its chemical reactions

What is a homologous series?

A family of compounds with the same functional group

What is the general formula for alkanes?

CnH2n+2

What is the general formula for alkenes?

CnH2n

What are the properties of alkanes?

When alkanes are burned completely in air, they all form the same two products: carbon dioxide and water


E.g CH4 + 2O2 ➡ CO2 + 2H2O