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shorter hydrocarbon chains are easier to ignite, less viscous, a lower boiling point and more volatile. this makes them more useful, so longer chains are often cracked to make the smaller hydrocarbons

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The chemical properties of substituted hydrocarbons are not different than the properties of the original hydrocarbons?

The chemical properties of substituted hydrocarbons can differ from the original hydrocarbons due to the presence of functional groups. Functional groups can affect properties such as boiling point, reactivity, and solubility, leading to distinct chemical behaviors in substituted hydrocarbons compared to their non-substituted counterparts.


What physical property of hydrocarbons is used for fractional distillation?

If the hydrocarbons are in the liquid state then their differential boiling points are used in separation - fractional distillation. Some hydrocarbons are also separated by their differential solubility in some organic solvents. =)


What is the process in which large hydrocarbons are converted into smaller hydrocarbons which is provided better fuel?

The process you are referring to is known as cracking. Cracking involves breaking down larger, less valuable hydrocarbons into smaller, more valuable hydrocarbons such as gasoline and diesel. This process improves the quality and effectiveness of the fuel produced.


Are the chemical properties of substituted hydrocarbons different than the properties of the original hydrocarbon?

Yes, the chemical properties of substituted hydrocarbons can be different from the original hydrocarbon due to the presence of functional groups or side chains. These substitutions can impact reactivity, polarity, boiling point, and solubility, leading to variations in chemical behavior.


Why cam carbon and hydrogen form so many hydrocarbons?

Carbon can form long chains and rings due to its ability to bond to other carbon atoms and hydrogen atoms, creating a variety of hydrocarbons with different structures and properties. This flexibility in bonding allows for the vast number of hydrocarbons that can be formed.

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How are hydrocarbons different?

One of these hydrocarbons is longer than the other.


What are the different types of hydrocarbons in terms of its chemical properties?

hydrocarbons (arenes), alkanes, alkenes, cycloalkanes and alkyne-based compounds are different types of hydrocarbons.


Do small hydrocarbons have with only a few carbon atoms have low or high boiling points?

Small hydrocarbons with only a few carbon atoms have low boiling points. This is because smaller molecules have weaker intermolecular forces, such as van der Waals forces, which require less energy to overcome compared to larger molecules with stronger intermolecular forces.


What hydrocarbons are acids and alcohols?

None - hydrocarbons are chemically different than acids and alcohols


Why do you think some hydrocarbons are gases and others are liquid?

Different hydrocarbons have different boiling points (and melting points) depending on their molecular size: smaller molecules boil at lower temperatures, larger molecules boil at higher temperatures. This fact is used to refine petroleum by fractional distillation. Methane has very small molecules and is a gas. Gasoline, diesel fuel, and kerosene have medium size molecules and are liquids. Asphalt has large molecules and is solid.


The chemical properties of substituted hydrocarbons are not different than the properties of the original hydrocarbons?

The chemical properties of substituted hydrocarbons can differ from the original hydrocarbons due to the presence of functional groups. Functional groups can affect properties such as boiling point, reactivity, and solubility, leading to distinct chemical behaviors in substituted hydrocarbons compared to their non-substituted counterparts.


Why are different hydrocarbons have different melting points?

hydrocarbons have different boiling point, the greater the size, the higher the boiling point. This is easily explained by if you imagine a bowl of spaghetti- it is easier to pull out a small strang (it takes less energy). It is the same with hydrocarbons hope that helps


What physical property of hydrocarbons is used for fractional distillation?

If the hydrocarbons are in the liquid state then their differential boiling points are used in separation - fractional distillation. Some hydrocarbons are also separated by their differential solubility in some organic solvents. =)


What are the different of monkeys and apes?

Monkeys are small and have a tail Apes are larger and don't have a tail


What is the process in which large hydrocarbons are converted into smaller hydrocarbons which is provided better fuel?

The process you are referring to is known as cracking. Cracking involves breaking down larger, less valuable hydrocarbons into smaller, more valuable hydrocarbons such as gasoline and diesel. This process improves the quality and effectiveness of the fuel produced.


How is the use of a small scale different from the use of large scale maps?

If details are needed (larger) smaller or fewer details (small)


What are the formulas for the small hydrocarbons that form polymers?

For example the formula of ethylene is C2H4.