Which hydrocarbon is used as a fuel in lighters?

Practice Questions

Q1
Which hydrocarbon is used as a fuel in lighters?
  1. Methane
  2. Butane
  3. Ethylene
  4. Acetylene

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

Which hydrocarbon is used as a fuel in lighters?
  • Step 1: Understand what a hydrocarbon is. A hydrocarbon is a chemical compound made of hydrogen and carbon atoms.
  • Step 2: Learn about different types of hydrocarbons. There are many types, including alkanes, alkenes, and alkynes.
  • Step 3: Identify common uses of hydrocarbons. Some are used as fuels for heating, cooking, and in lighters.
  • Step 4: Focus on lighters. Lighters need a fuel that can easily ignite and burn.
  • Step 5: Discover that butane is a specific type of hydrocarbon. It is an alkane with four carbon atoms.
  • Step 6: Confirm that butane is commonly used in lighters because it is easy to store and ignites easily.
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