The property of carbon chain formation is called _________________?
Correct answer: A. catenation
- A. catenation
- B. hybridization
- C. polymerization
- D. solvation
Explanation
Catenation is the ability of carbon atoms to bond with one another repeatedly, forming straight, branched and cyclic chains. Polymerization is only one process that can build large chains, so students may confuse the broader property of carbon with that specific reaction.
Report an error
The more specific you are, the faster it gets fixed. A source beats an opinion.
Prefer email? [email protected]
About Alkanes
Alkanes are saturated hydrocarbons containing only carbon-carbon and carbon-hydrogen single bonds, with the general formula CnH2n+2 for open chains. Their structure, isomerism, IUPAC nomenclature, physical properties, combustion, free-radical halogenation and conformations are covered, including the difference between substitution in alkanes and addition in unsaturated hydrocarbons.
Practise Chemistry of Hydrocarbons
1,091 free Chemistry of Hydrocarbons MCQs from Chemistry, each with the correct answer and an explanation. Unlimited attempts, no account needed.
Discussion
Stuck on an option, or know a faster way to get there? Ask or explain it here.
No comments yet. Be the first to explain this one.
Exams that ask Chemistry questions like this
Chemistry is on 14 papers prepared for on TestUstad, and all of them draw the same bank, so this question is worth knowing for every one of them.
More Alkanes questions
Coal is produced after a long time decay of_________________?
Crude oil is blackish coloured liquid produced after the decay of organic matter present between_________________?
At low temperature and pressure cracking can be done in presence of catalyst________________?
Octane number 2 2 4-trimethyl pentane is________________?
Octane number can be improved by________________?
Which of the following can be used as anti-knocking agent ?