Alkenes are unsaturated hydrocarbons containing at least one carbon-carbon double bond (C=C, consisting of one strong σ bond and one weak π bond, general formula CnH2n). They undergo characteristic addition reactions governed by Markovnikov's rule.
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01 1. Conceptual Foundations and Hierarchy Tree
Alkenes are unsaturated hydrocarbons containing at least one carbon-carbon double bond (C=C, consisting of one strong σ bond and one weak π bond, general formula CnH2n). They undergo characteristic addition reactions governed by Markovnikov's rule.
Alkenes (Olefins - CnH2n)├── 1. Laboratory Preparation of Ethene (C2H4)│ └── Dehydration of Ethanol (C2H5OH) using conc. H2SO4 at 180°C via ethyl hydrogen sulfate├── 2. Addition Reactions across Double Bond│ ├── Hydrogenation (Ni catalyst at 150-300°C): C2H4 + H2 → C2H6 (Hardening of vegetable oils)│ ├── Halogenation: Addition of Br2 dissolved in CCl4 (Red color of bromine discharges)│ ├── Hydrohalogenation (HX addition):│ │ ├── Symmetrical alkenes: Any carbon receives H│ │ └── Unsymmetrical alkenes: Markovnikov's Rule (H adds to rich carbon, X to poor carbon)│ └── Catalytic Hydration: C2H4 + H2O (dil. H2SO4 at 110°C) → C2H5OH└── 3. Oxidation & Baeyer's Test and Polymerization ├── Baeyer's Test: Ethene + alkaline KMnO4 → Ethylene glycol (turns purple KMnO4 colorless) └── Addition Polymerization: n C2H4 (High P, T, catalyst) → Polyethylene [PE]
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- RULE 1: Markovnikov's Rule: When an asymmetric reagent (like H-Br) adds to an asymmetric alkene, the hydrogen atom attaches to the carbon atom with the greater number of hydrogen atoms.
- RULE 2: Baeyer's test (alkaline KMnO4) is a diagnostic test for the presence of the carbon-carbon double bond; the purple color disappears with the formation of colorless ethylene glycol.
- RULE 3: Ethylene glycol (1,2-ethanediol) is used as an antifreeze in car radiators in cold climates because its two -OH groups form strong hydrogen bonds with water molecules, preventing water crystals from aggregating.
03 3. Comparative Analysis: Diagnostic Tests for Carbon-Carbon Double Bonds
| Reagent Used | Condition | Observation with Alkene (Ethene) | Observation with Alkane (Ethane) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bromine in Carbon Tetrachloride (Br2 / CCl4) | Room temp, dark | Red bromine color discharges completely | Red color persists (No reaction) |
| Alkaline Potassium Permanganate (Baeyer's) | Aqueous alkaline solution | Purple color disappears; forms ethylene glycol | Purple color persists |
| Acidic Hydration (H2O + H2SO4) | 110°C | Forms ethanol | No reaction |
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