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CHM 102 Practice Questions Objective Question

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A compound of formula C6H12 does not react with concentrated sulfuric acid. The compound could be
Options
A Alkane
B Cycloalkane
Correct Answer
C Alkene
D Cycloalkene
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

C6H12 is the formula for both cycloalkanes and alkenes. Alkenes react with H2SO4, but cycloalkanes (saturated) do not. So the compound is a cycloalkane.

Hint

Which C6H12 isomer does not react with H2SO4?

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