Properties of Alkanes
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What are alkanes?
a homologous series of hydrocarbons that have only single bonds
What is the general formula for alkanes?
CnH2n+2
How do trends work with alkanes?
as the length of the carbon chain increases there are trends in the properties?
What is a carbon chain?
the longest chain of carbons in an alkane (it can bend aswell)
How does the boiling point of an alkane change their state with chain length?
low bp = gas at room temp (shortest chains) mid bp = liquid at room temp (mid chains) high bp = solid at room temp (longest chains)
Which types of alkanes are more flammable?
shorter alkanes are more flammable and can ignite more easily
What is the trend for colour of alkanes?
the longer the carbon chain the darker the colour the alkane is