Which of the following compounds is an example of an alkene?

Practice Questions

Q1
Which of the following compounds is an example of an alkene?
  1. C2H6
  2. C3H8
  3. C2H4
  4. C4H10

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

Which of the following compounds is an example of an alkene?
Correct Answer: C2H4 (ethylene)
  • Step 1: Understand what an alkene is. An alkene is a type of hydrocarbon.
  • Step 2: Know that alkenes have at least one double bond between carbon atoms.
  • Step 3: Look at the chemical formula of the compounds given in the question.
  • Step 4: Identify which compound has a double bond. For example, C2H4 (ethylene) has a double bond.
  • Step 5: Conclude that C2H4 is an alkene because it meets the criteria of having a double bond.
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