O-LevelChemistryOrganic Chemistry5070/11 · Oct/Nov 2015 · Q401 Mark

Which statement about the hydrocarbon C2H4 is not correct?

AIt contains a double bond.

BIt decolourises bromine water.

CIt forms a condensation polymer.

DIt forms an alcohol when reacted with steam.

✓ Correct answer

C: It forms a condensation polymer.

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Topic: Organic Chemistry, O-Level Chemistry (syllabus 5070). Multiple choice, 1 mark.
Source: O-Level Chemistry, Oct/Nov 2015 Paper 1 Variant 1, question 40.

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