Question

(a)
Define Hydrocarbons.
(b)
Name the types of Hydrocarbons.
(c)
Name two carbon compounds used in day-to-day life.​

Answer 1

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Answer 2

Answer:

a) Hydrocarbons are organic compounds having carbon and hydrogen atoms in the structure.

b) Hydrocarbons are classified into two aliphatic and aromatic compounds

c) (i)Fossil fuels used in automobiles

   (ii) Polymers used in household items

Explanation:

(a) Hydrocarbons are organic molecules composed completely of two types of atoms: carbon and hydrogen. They are often colorless gases with extremely mild smells.

They are divided into two types: aliphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons.

(b) Aliphatic compounds have an open chain structure, whereas aromatic compounds have a ring structure.

Aliphatic chemicals include alkanes, alkynes, and alkenes, while aromatic compounds include benzene and phenol.

Hydrocarbons are commonly employed as automobile fuels.

• The majority of pharmaceuticals are made up of hydrocarbons.
• Hydrocarbons are used in the preparation of household plastics such as a bucket, bottles, chairs, etc.