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Standard IX
Chemistry
Catenation
Why are some ...
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Why are some of these called Saturated and other Unsaturated compounds?
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Solution
Carbon can form different types of bonds with other elements i.e, single, double and triple.
The compounds which comprise single bonds are known as saturated compounds.
The compounds which comprise double or triple bond are known as unsaturated compounds.
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(a) What is meant by 'allotropes'? Name the various allotropes of carbon.
(b) Why does carbon form largest number of compounds?
(c) Why are some of these called saturated and other unsaturated compounds?
(d) Which of these two is more reactive? Give reason for your answer.
(e) Write the names of the following compounds: