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JAMB Chemistry 2001 Question 43

Question 43

Hydrocarbons

A characteristic reaction of the compounds with the general formula CnH2n is

  1. A.esterification
  2. B.polymerization
  3. C.decarboxylation
  4. D.substitution
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Answer: B (polymerization)

Explanation

CnH2n are the alkenes. Their double bond lets them undergo addition reactions, including addition polymerization (e.g. ethene to polythene).