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CHM 102 Practice Questions Objective Question

Question

Which of the following molecular formulas will correspond to an alkene with two double bonds?
Options
A C4H10
B C5H12
C C6H10
Correct Answer
D C8H16
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The general formula for an acyclic alkene with two double bonds (diene) is CnH2n-2. For n=6, the formula is C6H10. C4H10 and C5H12 are alkanes, and C8H16 is a monoalkene.

Hint

What is the general formula for a diene?

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