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O-LevelChemistryOrganic Chemistry5070/11 · Oct/Nov 2020 · Q351 Mark

Which statements about alkenes are correct? 1 They have the general formula of CnH2n-. 2 They undergo addition reactions with steam. 3 They burn in air to form carbon dioxide and water.

A1 and 2 only

B1 and 3 only

C2 and 3 only

D1, 2 and 3

✓ Correct answer

D: 1, 2 and 3

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Topic: Organic Chemistry, O-Level Chemistry (syllabus 5070). Multiple choice, 1 mark.
Source: O-Level Chemistry, Oct/Nov 2020 Paper 1 Variant 1, question 35.

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