Chemistry-Alkanes
NEET Chemistry Alkanes MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11
Which of the following statements about the properties and reactions of alkanes is correct?
A
Alkanes are generally non-polar and insoluble in water but soluble in organic solvents.
B
Alkanes can be easily oxidized to carboxylic acids under any conditions.
C
Alkanes react with halogens only in the presence of strong acids.
D
The boiling points of alkanes decrease with increasing molecular size.
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
Alkanes are indeed non-polar and are insoluble in water but soluble in organic solvents like ethers and benzene, as indicated in the NCERT context. Options B and C reflect misconceptions about the reactivity of alkanes, while option D is incorrect as the boiling points of alkanes increase with larger molecular size.
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