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This quiz contains 8 questions from a mix of 1 subtopics.
Which of the following reactions do alkanes undergo?
(Select all that apply).
elimination
substitution
addition
combustion
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What are the products of complete combustion of alkanes?
carbon dioxide and water
carbon monoxide and water
carbon and water
carbon dioxide and hydrogen
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Which of the following statements about alkanes is true?
alkanes are highly reactive due to their polar nature
smaller alkanes are less readily combustible
alkanes have weak covalent bonds
larger alkanes release more energy per mole when combusted
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What is the main difference between complete and incomplete combustion of alkanes?
the type of alkane being combusted
the temperature of the reaction
the amount of energy released
the availability of oxygen
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What is the primary role of catalytic converters in vehicles?
to enhance vehicle performance
to remove pollutants from exhaust gases
to reduce engine noise
to improve fuel efficiency
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Which of the following reactions occurs in a catalytic converter?
2NO(g) + O2(g) ➔ 2NO2(g)
2CO(g) + 2NO(g) ➔ 2CO2(g) + N2(g)
CO(g) + H2O(g) ➔ CO2(g) + H2(g)
CH4(g) + 2O2(g) ➔ CO2(g) + 2H2O(g)
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Which of the following pollutants contribute to the formation of photochemical smog?
(Select all that apply).
nitrogen oxides
sulfur dioxide
unburnt hydrocarbons
carbon monoxide
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What is the term for the reaction of alkanes with oxygen to release energy?
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