Chem V21 - Organic and Biochemistry » Fall 2021 » Boiling Point of Alkanes

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Question #1
Knowing that butane has four carbons and octane has eight carbons, which do you expect to have a higher boiling point?
A.   Butane
B.   Octane
Question #2
What is an isomer?
A.   Compounds that have the same elements.
B.   Chemical compounds with the same formula but different arrangement of atoms.
C.   Atoms in different energy states.
Question #3
Greater molecule-molecule contact causes _________ intermolecular attractions.
A.   no effect on
B.   decreased
C.   increased
Question #4
Lab Safety: What should you wear to in the lab?
A.   goggles, clothes that cover your shoulders & legs, and closed-toe shoes
B.   dangling jewelry, goggles, and headbands
C.   sandals, pants, and a t-shirt
D.   goggles, shorts, tank top

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