Question

Write the following properties of ethene :
(a) Physical state,

(b) Odour,
(c) Density as compared to air,

(d) Solubility.

Answer 1

(a) Physical state: Ethene is a colourless and inflammable gas.

(b) Odour: It has a faint sweetish odour.

(c) Density as compared to air: It has density less than one hence it is lighter than air.

(d) Solubility: It is sparingly soluble in water but highly soluble in organic solvents like alcohol, ether and chloroform.