Question

Compounds of carbon, having double or triple bonds between the carbon atoms are called:
Select one:
A. Unsaturated Compounds
B. Saturated Compounds
C. Organic compounds
D. None of the above​

Answer 1

Explanation:

Unsaturated hydrocarbons have one or more double or triple bonds between carbon atoms. Those with double bond are called alkenes and those with one double bond have the formula CnH2n (assuming non-cyclic structures). Those containing triple bonds are called alkynes, with general formula CnH2n-2.