Question

Which of the following is an example of a saturated hydrocarbon?

Answer 1

C. Ethyne. Hope this helped :)

Answer 2

Answer: B. Heptane

Explanation:

Saturated hydrocarbons are defined as the hydrocarbons in which a single bond is present between carbon and carbon atoms. they are known as alkanes. The general formula for these hydrocarbons is $C_nH_{2n+2}$

Unsaturated hydrocarbons are defined as the hydrocarbons which have double or triple covalent C-C bonds. They are known as alkenes and alkynes respectively. The general formula for these hydrocarbons is $C_nH_{2n}$ and $C_nH_{2n-2}$

A. Nonyne is an alkyne with 9 carbon atoms with molecular formula of $C_9H_{16}$

B. Heptane  is an alkane with 7 carbon atoms with molecular formula of $C_7H_{16}$

C. Ethyne is an alkyne with 2 carbon atoms with molecular formula of $C_2H_{2}$.

D. Hexene is an alkene with 6 carbon atoms with molecular formula of $C_6H_{12}$