iGCSE Chemistry Multiple Choice (Extended) : 11.4 Alkanes: Exam Style Questions Paper 2

Question

 Some properties of colourless liquid L are listed.

  • It boils at 65°C.
  • When added to water, two layers form which do not mix.
  • It does not react with sodium carbonate.
  • It has no effect on bromine water.

What is L?

  1. ethanol
  2. hexane
  3. hexene
  4. ethanoic acid
Answer/Explanation

Ans:

B

Question

Propane reacts with chlorine.
Which row shows a condition required for this reaction and identifies the type of reaction?

Answer/Explanation

Ans: D

Question

The formula of a hydrocarbon is CxHy.
The equation for its complete combustion is shown.

\(C_xH_y + 8O_2 \rightarrow 5CO_2 + 6H_2O\)

What are the values of x and y?

Answer/Explanation

Ans: B

Question

 Which statement about alkanes is correct?
A They burn in oxygen.
B They contain carbon, hydrogen and oxygen atoms.
C They contain double bonds.
D They contain ionic bonds.

Answer/Explanation

Ans: A

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