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Which of the following is the simplest alkyne?

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Question: Which of the following is the simplest alkyne?

Options:

  1. Ethylene
  2. Acetylene
  3. Propylene
  4. Butyne

Correct Answer: Acetylene

Solution:

Acetylene (C2H2) is the simplest alkyne.

Which of the following is the simplest alkyne?

Practice Questions

Q1
Which of the following is the simplest alkyne?
  1. Ethylene
  2. Acetylene
  3. Propylene
  4. Butyne

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

Which of the following is the simplest alkyne?
Correct Answer: Acetylene (C2H2)
  • Step 1: Understand what an alkyne is. Alkynes are hydrocarbons that contain at least one triple bond between carbon atoms.
  • Step 2: Identify the simplest form of an alkyne. The simplest alkyne has the fewest number of carbon atoms.
  • Step 3: Recognize that the simplest alkyne has 2 carbon atoms. This is because with 1 carbon atom, you cannot form a triple bond.
  • Step 4: Write the chemical formula for the simplest alkyne. The formula for the simplest alkyne with 2 carbon atoms is C2H2.
  • Step 5: Know the common name for C2H2. C2H2 is commonly known as acetylene.
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