Question 49
HydrocarbonsTwo hydrocarbons X and Y were treated with bromine water. X decolorised the solution and Y did not. Which class of compound does Y belong?
- A.Benzene
- B.Alkynes
- C.Alkenes
- D.Alkanes
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: D (Alkanes)
Explanation
Alkanes are saturated, so they do not decolourise bromine water; alkenes and alkynes do.