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What are the properties of hydrocarbon?
Some of the physical properties of hydrocarbons include the fact that hydrocarbons are non-reactive and are soluble in water. Hydrocarbons are able to burn over a flame and will produce water and carbon dioxide when reacting with oxygen. Most hydrocarbons are less dense than water and are able to float on water. Hydrocarbons are non-polar and will react with bromine and potassium under certain circumstances.
Where do hydrocarbons end up?
Hydrocarbons can end up in the environment when they are released during production, transportation, or use. They can contaminate soil, water, and air, leading to environmental damage. Additionally, hydrocarbons are major components of fossil fuels, which are burned for energy and release carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, contributing to climate change.
What is A mixture of hydrocarbons occurring with petroleum deposits?
You can think of petroleum deposits AS a mixture of hydrocarbons. One such mixture which we process and purify is gasoline!
Where do hydrocarbons originate from?
Hydrocarbons originate from organic matter, such as plants and animals, that have been buried and subjected to high pressure and temperature over millions of years.
Does the burning of hydrocarbons does not cause pollution?
No, the burning of hydrocarbons does cause pollution. When hydrocarbons are burned, they release carbon dioxide, a greenhouse gas that contributes to climate change, as well as other pollutants like sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides that can harm human health and the environment.
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 property of hydrocarbons lets fractional distillation of crude oil work?
The boiling points of chemical compounds are different.
Which property of carbon is responsible for large number of hydrocarbons?
The ability of each carbon atom to form covalent bonds, including bonds to other carbon atoms. This makes possible chain hydrocarbons of any length.
What property of hydrocarbons that make them useful as fuel?
the advantages are that it gives of heat and energy. the disadvantages are that it is not easily stored
Are epoxies classed as hydrocarbons?
They are not hydrocarbons.
What are chlorinated and fluorinated hydrocarbons?
Hydrocarbons containing chlorine atoms are called chlorinated hydrocarbons. Hydrocarbons containing fluorine atoms are called fluorinated hydrocarbons. eg> CHCl3, CHF3 etc
How do companies get hydrocarbons?
From other companies that sell hydrocarbons
Is diesel fuel a compound of hydrocarbons?
No . it is a mixture of hydrocarbons.
What is the element for hydrocarbons?
Hydrocarbons contain carbon and hydrogen.
What is the sharing of electrons in hydrocarbons?
Hydrocarbons have covalent bonds.
What are the double and triple bonded hydrocarbons called?
double bonded hydrocarbons are called "alkenes" and triple bonded hydrocarbons are called "alkynes"
Benzene is an unsaturated hydrocarbon An interesting property of benzene is that?
it forms a planar hexagonal structure due to delocalized pi electrons, known as aromaticity. This unique property makes benzene stable and resistant to addition reactions, leading to its distinct reactivity compared to typical unsaturated hydrocarbons.
