Describe the relationship between the number of carbon atoms in an alkane molecule and its boiling point.

As the number of carbon atoms increases, the boiling point increases.

PH

Related Chemistry GCSE answers

All answers ▸

Explain why chlorine (Cl2) is a gas at room temperature, but sodium chloride (NaCl) is a solid at room temperature.


Coal is a fossil fuel and in constant debates for its negative impacts on the environment. Which elements does it consist of and which products are being formed when it is burned? Give two examples for the effects on the environment.


Calculate the enthalpy of formation of water.Is the reaction an exothermic or endothermic reaction?


Describe how ethanol is produced from ethene.