CBSE 11 Chemistry · U9

Hydrocarbons

Classification, alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, aromatic hydrocarbons, carcinogenicity and toxicity. Theory weightage: 10 marks.

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1/5 - Foundational

Warm-up setup; checks one basic idea.

2/5 - Routine exam skill

Normal syllabus skill; usually one main rule or interpretation.

3/5 - Standard multi-step

Exam-style problem with multiple steps or a common trap.

4/5 - Hard exam skill

High-end exam problem; combines methods carefully.

5/5 - Challenge

Stretch problem beyond normal exam pressure.

Topic 9.1

Classification, Formulas and Nomenclature

Alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, aromatic hydrocarbons, homologous series, unsaturation and IUPAC naming.

Topic 9.2

Alkanes: Preparation, Reactions and Conformations

Preparation by Wurtz reaction and decarboxylation, combustion, free-radical substitution and ethane conformations.

Topic 9.3

Alkenes: Preparation and Addition Reactions

Preparation by elimination and dehydration, electrophilic addition, Markovnikov rule, peroxide effect, oxidation and ozonolysis.

Topic 9.4

Alkynes: Acidity, Preparation and Reactions

Preparation of ethyne, terminal alkyne acidity, addition reactions, hydration and tests using ammoniacal silver or cuprous salts.

Topic 9.5

Aromatic Hydrocarbons and Toxicity

benzene stability, electrophilic substitution, directing effects and hazardous hydrocarbons

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