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Rewrite the following choosing the correct word from each pair given in brackets:

The hydrocarbons containing at least one carbon to carbon _______________ (double/triple) bond are called __________(alkenes/alkynes).They have the general formula CnH2n.These were previously called ______________(olefins/paraffins). When this compound is treated with ____________(bromine/lime) water, decolourisation occurs because it is _____________(saturated/unsaturated).


The hydrocarbons containing at least one carbon to carbon double bond are called alkenes. They have the general formula CnH2n. These were previously called olefins. When this compound is treated with bromine water, decolourisation occurs because it is unsaturated.


Explanation:


The hydrocarbons having general formula CnH2n are alkenes which contain at least one carbon to carbon double bond (C=C)


In earlier times, alkenes are known as olefins (meaning-oil) because the lower gaseous members of the family form oily products when treated with chlorine.


When alkene is treated with bromine water (Br2), no change of colour takes place (decolourization) because it is an unsaturated compound (have at least one bond)


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