Based on the table given below, why there is a difference in these observations??
1 Answer
Feb 15, 2018
Propene is unsaturated.
Explanation:
Propane is a saturated hydrocarbon meaning it has all single bonds. Propene is unsaturated and has one carbon to carbon double bond. This is a reactive centre and can undergo electrophilic addition reaction. It does so with
The reaction with bromine is a standard test for distinguishing between a saturated alkane and an unsaturated Alkene.