Alkynes

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Question
ICSEENICH10004381

Identify the term/substance in each of the following:

The catalyst used in the conversion of ethyne to ethane.

Solution

The catalyst which is  use in the conversion of ethyne to ethane is known as  Lindlar catalyst

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Question
ICSEENICH10004416

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
If the molecular formula of an organic compound is C10H18 it is:

  • alkene

  • alkane

  • alkyne

  • Not a hydrocarbon

Solution

C.

alkyne

Alkyne has general molecular formula CnH2n−2.