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Identify the type of hydrocarbon represented by the formula C6H6.

easy 1 mark Class 11 · Chemistry · Hydrocarbons
Answer
Aromatic hydrocarbon

The correct answer is Aromatic hydrocarbon — Therefore the compound is an aromatic hydrocarbon.

Step-by-step solution

  1. Observe that C6H6 satisfies the pattern CnHn, characteristic of benzene.
  2. Note that saturated alkanes would have formula C6H14, alkenes C6H12.
  3. The C6H6 pattern indicates aromaticity.
  4. Therefore the compound is an aromatic hydrocarbon.
Common mistake: Mistaking it for an alkane or alkene

Concept tested: Classification of hydrocarbons

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