What is the difference between an Alkane and Alkene?
Both alkanes and alkenes are examples of hydrocarbons, which mean they are made up of hydrogen and carbon only.Alkanes however are 'saturated' and have no double bonds between the carbon atoms.Alkenes on the other hand are 'unsaturated' and therefore have double bonds between the carbon atoms.
ET
Related Biology GCSE answers
All answers ▸What are the similarities and differences between animal cells and plant cells?
What is homeostasis and why is it important? Give an example of a body condition that must be controlled and how.
How does vaccination lead to immunity?
Why is it important to regulate body temperature? What is the role of our skin in regulating our body temperature?