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Saturated Hydrocarbon Reactions
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What is another name for saturated hydrocarbons?

Alkanes

What products form when alkanes undergo complete combustion in excess oxygen?

CO2\text{CO}_2 and H2O\text{H}_2\text{O} only

Which substances are produced during incomplete combustion of alkanes?

Carbon monoxide and soot

How much energy does complete combustion of hexane release compared to incomplete combustion?

Significantly more energy

At what concentration does carbon monoxide cause loss of consciousness and death?

Above 250 ppm

How do soot particles impair respiration in the lungs?

Reduce surface area for gas exchange

What condition is essential for substitution reactions between alkanes and halogens?

UV light exposure

Which halogens can undergo substitution reactions with alkanes?

Chlorine and bromine only

What is the final product when all hydrogens in methane are replaced by chlorine?

Tetrachloromethane (CCl4\text{CCl}_4)

What happens when bromine water is added to an alkane at room temperature?

No colour change occurs

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