JAMB Chemistry Past Questions & Answers - Page 342

1,706.

Which of the following hydrocarbons is mainly used as fuel?

A.

Methylene

B.

Ethylene

C.

Methane

D.

Ethyne

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,707.

An organic compound reacted with bromine water to give a colourless solution. The compound is probably an?

A.

alkene

B.

alkanal

C.

alkyl

D.

alkanone

Correct answer is A

Alkenes react in the cold with pure liquid bromine, or with a solution of bromine in an organic solvent like tetrachloromethane. The double bond breaks, and a bromine atom becomes attached to each carbon. The bromine loses its original red-brown colour to give a colourless liquid.

Alkynes also react with bromine, decolorising it though not as immediate as alkenes.

1,708.

A compound commonly used for sterilization and preservation of specimens and food is

A.

ethanol

B.

benzene

C.

ether

D.

ammonia

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,709.

Lucas reagent is used to test for?

A.

alkanes

B.

alkanoic acids

C.

alkanols

D.

amines

Correct answer is C

Lucas' reagent is a solution of anhydrous zinc chloride in concentrated hydrochloric acid. This solution is used to classify alcohols.

1,710.

Which of the following class of compounds can exist as dipolar ions in solution?

A.

Alkanoic acid

B.

Fatty acids

C.

Dialkanoic acids

D.

Amino acids

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.