Cambridge IGCSE Chemistry practice

Paper 3 structured question: Formulae, functional groups and terminology

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Formulae, functional groups and terminology

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Paper 3Theory (Core)3 marks

The reactivity of organic compounds is influenced by their structure.

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Unsaturated compounds can undergo addition reactions due to their multiple bonds.

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Define What is an unsaturated compound?
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State Name one type of reaction that unsaturated compounds can undergo.
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Unsaturated compounds contain carbon-carbon bonds that are not single bonds, allowing for various chemical reactions.

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State What type of bonds are present in unsaturated compounds?
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