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Show the formation of a triple covalent bond in ethyne molecule by drawing its electron dot structure.

Important Questions on Carbon and Its Compounds

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What type of bonds are present in N2 and O2 molecules?
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Catenation is the ability of an atom to form bonds with other atoms of the same element. It is exhibited by both carbon and silicon. Compare the ability of catenation of the two elements. Give reasons.
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What is meant by homologous series? Give its two characteristics.
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What is the difference between the molecular masses of two successive members of homologous series?12 amu / 14 amu
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By how many carbon atoms and hydrogen atoms do any two adjacent homologues differ?
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Write the molecular formula of the 2nd and 3rd member of the homologous series whose first member is ethene.
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What is meant by homologous series of carbon compounds? Write the general formula of (i) alkenes, and (ii) alkynes. Draw the structures of the first member of each series to show the bonding between the two carbon atoms. 
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What is meant by homologous series of carbon compounds? Classify the following carbon compounds into two homologous series and name them.

C3H4, C3H6, C4H8, C4H8, C5H8, C5H10