Identify two differences between straight chain alkanes, alkenes, and cyclic alkanes. Predict how these differences affect their physical and chemical properties.
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Alkenes, on the other hand, have at least one carbon-carbon double bond in their structure. Cyclic alkanes, also known as cycloalkanes, have a closed ring structure. One difference between these three types of hydrocarbons is their boiling points. Straight chain Show more…
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