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Select the true statement about benzene amongst the following [1992]
  • a)
    Because of unsatur a tion benzene easily undergoes addition
  • b)
    There are two types of C – C bon ds in benzene molecule
  • c)
    There is cyclic delocalisation of pi-electrons in benzene
  • d)
    Monosubstitution of benzene gives three isomeric products.
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Anirudh Datta answered
Benzene do not show addition reaction like other unsaturated hydrocarbons. However it show substitution reactions. Due to resonance all the C – C bonds have the same nature, which is possible because of the cycli c del oca lisati on of π-electr on s in benzene. Monosubstitution will give only a single product.

A hydrocarbon A on chlorination gives B which on heating with alcoholic potassium hydroxide changes into another hydrocarbon C. The latter decolourises Baeyer's reagent and on ozonolysis forms formaldehyde only. A is [1998]
  • a)
    Ethane
  • b)
    Butane
  • c)
    Methane
  • d)
    Ethene
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Prisha Singh answered
The hydrocarbon 'a' is ethane.

Ethane on chlorination, gives 1-chloroethane, which reacts with alcoholic KOH to give a dehydro-halogenation product (Ethene). The ethene formed from this undergoes ozonolysis to break the double bond and form two molecules of formaldehyde.

'a' - Ethane
'b' - 1-chloroethane
'c' - Ethene

Which of the following compounds has the lowest boiling point ? [1994]
  • a)
    CH3CH2CH2CH2CH3
  • b)
    CH3CH = CHCH2CH3
  • c)
    CH3CH = CH – CH = CH2
  • d)
    CH3CH2CH2CH3
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Sonal Dey answered
The compound with the lowest boiling point would be the one with the weakest intermolecular forces. In this case, it is the compound with the fewest carbon atoms and no functional groups that can form hydrogen bonds.

a) CH3CH2CH2CH2CH3 has 5 carbon atoms and only van der Waals forces between molecules.
b) CH3CH = CHCH2CH3 has 5 carbon atoms and can form weak London dispersion forces and weak dipole-dipole interactions.
c) CH3CH = CH has 3 carbon atoms and can only form weak London dispersion forces.

Therefore, the compound with the lowest boiling point is c) CH3CH = CH.

When hydrochloric acid gas is treated with propene in presence of benzoyl peroxide, it gives [1993]
  • a)
    2-Chloropropane
  • b)
    Allyl chloride
  • c)
    No reaction
  • d)
    n-Propyl chloride.
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Aniket Chawla answered
Peroxide effect is observed only in case of HBr. Therefore, addition of HCl to propene even in the presence of benzyoyl peroxide occurs according to Markovnikov’s rule :

The reaction of C6H5CH = CHCH3 with HBr produces :
  • a)
  • b)
  • c)
  • d)
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Raghav Bansal answered
This is the electrophilic addition reaction in which addition takes place via more stable carbocation according to the Markovnikov's rule.

In commercial gas olines the type of hydrocarbons which are more desirable, is
  • a)
    branched hydrocarbons [1997]
  • b)
    straight-chain hydrocarbons
  • c)
    aromatic hydrocarbons such as toluene
  • d)
    linear unsaturated hydrocarbons
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Ishan Ghosh answered
Introduction:
In commercial gasoline, the type of hydrocarbons that are more desirable are branched hydrocarbons. This choice is based on several factors, including the combustion efficiency, octane rating, and volatility of the hydrocarbons.

Combustion Efficiency:
Branched hydrocarbons have a higher combustion efficiency compared to straight-chain hydrocarbons. This is because branched hydrocarbons have more surface area, which allows for better mixing with air and more efficient combustion. As a result, branched hydrocarbons produce more complete combustion, leading to better fuel efficiency and lower emissions.

Octane Rating:
The octane rating is a measure of a fuel's resistance to knocking or pinging during combustion. Knocking is the undesirable phenomenon where the air-fuel mixture ignites prematurely in the engine, causing a knocking sound and potentially damaging the engine. Higher octane ratings indicate better anti-knocking properties.

Branched hydrocarbons have higher octane ratings compared to straight-chain hydrocarbons. This is because the branching in the molecular structure disrupts the formation of hot spots within the fuel-air mixture, reducing the likelihood of knocking. Therefore, using branched hydrocarbons in gasoline helps to improve engine performance and prevent engine damage.

Volatility:
Volatility refers to the ability of a substance to vaporize. In the case of gasoline, the volatility of hydrocarbons is important for proper engine operation.

Branched hydrocarbons have lower volatility compared to straight-chain hydrocarbons. This is beneficial for two reasons. Firstly, lower volatility reduces the evaporation of fuel during storage and transportation, ensuring that the fuel remains stable. Secondly, lower volatility helps to prevent vapor lock, which is the phenomenon where fuel vaporizes too quickly in the fuel lines, causing the engine to stall.

Conclusion:
In summary, branched hydrocarbons are more desirable in commercial gasoline due to their higher combustion efficiency, higher octane rating, and lower volatility. These characteristics contribute to better fuel efficiency, improved engine performance, and reduced emissions.

Reactivity of hydrogen atoms attached to different carbon atoms in alkanes has the order [1993]
  • a)
    Tertiary > Primary > Secondary
  • b)
    Primary > Secondary > Tertiary
  • c)
    Both (a) and (b)
  • d)
    Tertiary > Secondary > Primary.
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Maya Sengupta answered
The reactivity of H-atoms depends upon the stability of free radicals follows the order : Tertiary > secondary > primary, therefore, reactivity of H-atoms follows the same order, i.e., tertiary > secondary > primary.

A compound is treated with NaNH2 to give sodium salt. Identify the compound [1993]
  • a)
    C2H2
  • b)
    C6H6
  • c)
    C2H6
  • d)
    C2H4.
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Pranavi Chavan answered
The compound that is treated with NaNH2 to give a sodium salt is option A, C2H2.

Explanation:
When a compound is treated with NaNH2, it undergoes a process called deprotonation, where a proton (H+) is removed from the compound and replaced by a sodium ion (Na+). This results in the formation of a sodium salt.

Let's analyze each option to determine which compound is likely to undergo deprotonation with NaNH2:

a) C2H2 (Acetylene): Acetylene is an alkyne compound with the molecular formula C2H2. It contains two carbon atoms and two hydrogen atoms. Alkynes are known to undergo deprotonation with NaNH2 to form sodium alkynides. Therefore, option A, C2H2, is a valid choice.

b) C6H6 (Benzene): Benzene is an aromatic compound with the molecular formula C6H6. It contains six carbon atoms and six hydrogen atoms. Aromatic compounds, like benzene, do not undergo deprotonation with NaNH2. Therefore, option B, C6H6, is not a valid choice.

c) C2H6 (Ethane): Ethane is an alkane compound with the molecular formula C2H6. It contains two carbon atoms and six hydrogen atoms. Alkanes do not undergo deprotonation with NaNH2. Therefore, option C, C2H6, is not a valid choice.

d) C2H4 (Ethylene): Ethylene is an alkene compound with the molecular formula C2H4. It contains two carbon atoms and four hydrogen atoms. Alkenes do not undergo deprotonation with NaNH2. Therefore, option D, C2H4, is not a valid choice.

In conclusion, the compound that is treated with NaNH2 to give a sodium salt is option A, C2H2.

Which is the most suitable reagent among the following to distinguish compound (3) from rest of the compounds ? [1989]
  • a)
    Bromine in carbon tetrachloride
  • b)
    Bromine in acetic acid
  • c)
    Alk KMnO4
  • d)
    Ammonical silver nitrate.
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Arya Nair answered
Br2 in CCl4 (a), Br2 in CH3 COOH (b) and alk.
KMnO4 (c) will react with all unsaturated compounds, i.e., 1, 3 and 4 while ammonical AgNO3 (d) reacts only with terminal alkynes, i.e., 3 and hence compund 3 can be distinguished from 1, 2 and 4 by. ammonical AgNO3 (d).

The reagent is [1993]
  • a)
    Na
  • b)
    HCl in H2O
  • c)
    KOH in C2H5OH
  • d)
    Zn in alcohol.
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Harshitha Dey answered
On heating ethylene chloride (1, 1 dichloro ethane) with alcoholic potash followed by sodamide alkyne is obtained

       A(predominantly) is : [2008]
  • a)
  • b)
  • c)
  • d)
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Through Markonikoff rule carbonium will be formed at 2-C position but, as tertiary carbonium is more stable than secondary carbonium so hydrogen shift takes place from 3-C position to 2-C position in order to form tertiary carbonium while the negative charge retains the original position. Thus after the addition reaction the major product is B.

Which of the following chemical system is non aromatic?
[NEET Kar. 2013]
  • a)
  • b)
  • c)
  • d)
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Ishani Nambiar answered
Huckel rule is not obeyed. It has only four electrons. Further it does not have continous conjugation.

The IUPAC name of the compound having the formula CH ≡ C – CH = CH2 is : [2009]
  • a)
    1-butyn-3-ene
  • b)
    but-1-yne-3-ene
  • c)
    1-butene-3-yne
  • d)
    3-butene-1-yne
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Ritika Khanna answered
If both the double and triple bonds are present the compound is regarded as derivative of alkyne.
Further if double and triple bonds are at equidistance from either side, the preference is given to double bond.

Which one of the following alkenes will react faster with H2 under catalytic hydrogenation conditions? [2005] (R = Alkyl Substituent)
  • a)
     
  • b)
  • c)
  • d)
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Malavika Roy answered
The least stable alkene will react will reacts fastest. So in option d, we have 2 pair of alkyl groups in cis position. SO it will react fastest.

Reaction of HBr with propene in the presence of peroxide gives [2004]
  • a)
    isopropyl bromide
  • b)
    3-bromo propane
  • c)
    allyl bromide
  • d)
    n-propyl bromide
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

In presence of peroxide, HBr adds on alkenes in anti–markovnikov’s way, thus
Kharasch observed that the addition of HBr to unsymmetrical alkene in the presence of organic peroxides follows an opposite course to that suggested by Markownikoff . This is termed anti-Markownikoff or peroxide effect.

 Which one of the following reactions is expected to readily give a hydrocarbon product in good yields ? [1997]
  • a)
  • b)
  • c)
  • d)
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Subham Chavan answered
Electrolysis of a concentrated a queous solution of either sodium or potassium salts of saturated mon-carboxylic acids yields higher alkane at anode.

 Predict the product C obtained in the following reaction of butyne-1. [2007]
  • a)
  • b)
  • c)
  • d)
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Yash Modi answered
Both the addition reactions will take place as per the Markownikoff's rule (i.e. both on the 2nd carbon atom) so C is the ans.

In the following reactions, [2011]

the major products (A) and (C) are respectively :
  • a)

  • b)

  • c)

  • d)

Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Shivani Tiwari answered
In this case dehydration is governed by Saytezeff’s rule according to which hydrogen is preferentially eliminated from the carbon atom with fewer number of hydrogen atoms i.e., poor becomes poorer. Thus, 2 methyl butene-2 is the major product.
This reaction is governed by Markownikoff’s rule according to which when an unsymmetrical reagent e.g.
HBr adds to an unsymmetrical alkene, then the negative part of the reagent is added to that carbon atom of the double bond which bears the least number of hydrogen atom. Thus, in above case. 2-methyl 2-bromo butane will be the major product.

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