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What distinguishes unsaturated hydrocarbons from saturated hydrocarbons?

Options

  1. ASaturated hydrocarbons contain at least one carbon-carbon double or triple bond.
  2. BUnsaturated hydrocarbons contain only carbon-carbon single bonds.
  3. CSaturated hydrocarbons are derived from Latin or Greek roots.
  4. DUnsaturated hydrocarbons are highly reactive.

Correct answer

A. Saturated hydrocarbons contain at least one carbon-carbon double or triple bond.

Step-by-step solution

Unsaturated hydrocarbons are distinguished by the presence of at least one carbon-carbon double or triple bond.

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