What is a hydrocarbon? Give any 3 examples.
The compounds which are formed by the combination of carbon and hydrogen are called hydrocarbons.
Its examples are:
- Methane (CH4)
- Ethane (C2H6)
- Ethene (C2H4)
Write down the structural and condensed formula of glycerol with its three uses.
Structural formula:
Condensed formula: CH2OH - CHOH - CH2OH
Its three uses are:
> It is used as sweetening agent of confectionery.
> It is used in lip guards, face cream, etc.
> It is used for preservation of fruits and tobacco.