Question

Which of the following represent the correct increasing order of unsaturation?

• A. Alkanes < Alkenes < Alkynes
• B. Alkanes < Alkynes < Alkenes
• C. Alkenes < Alkynes < Alkenes
• D. Alkynes < Alkanes < Alkenes

Answer 1

The correct option is A

Alkanes < Alkenes < Alkynes

Alkanes are saturated hydrocarbons. Alkenes and alkynes are unsaturated hydrocarbons. So, increasing order of unsaturation is Alkanes, Alkenes and Alkynes.