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RI_11 Alkenes

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Question 1

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Alkanes and alkenes are both non-polar due to the C-C and C-H bonds present.

Explain why alkenes are more reactive than alkanes.

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Question 2

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State the types of reaction alkenes can undergo.

State the type of reaction to produce alkenes.

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Question 3

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Penta-1,4-diene can undergo strong oxidation with acidified potassium manganate. State your thought process in determining the products of strong oxidation of penta-1,4-diene.

Question 4

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Despite having the same electron cloud size, cis-but-2-ene has a higher boiling point than that of trans-but-2-ene.

Explain why.

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Question 5

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State and explain which isomer of butendioic acid has a higher boiling point.