Hydrocarbons - Result Question 10

10. When cyclohexane is poured on water, it floats because

(1997,1 M)

(a) cyclohexane is in ‘boat’ form

(b) cyclohexane is in ‘chair’ form

(c) cyclohexane is in ‘crown’ form

(d) cyclohexane is less dense than water

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Answer:

Correct Answer: 10. (d)

Solution:

  1. Alkanes are all less dense than water, floats over water.