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CHM 102 Alkenes: Structure, Bonding, and Geometrical Isomerism Objective Question
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What is the common name for ethene?
Options
A Acetylene
B Ethylene
Correct Answer
C Propylene
D Methane
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Ethene (CH2=CH2) is commonly called ethylene, used to make polyethylene.

Hint

Common name ends with -ylene.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Alkenes: Structure, Bonding, and Geometrical Isomerism
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 174 of 1999
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