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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