Question

multiple choice 2 points
what name is given to a hydrocarbon that contains a six - membered ring of alternating single and double bonds?
alkyne
alkene
alkane
aromatic
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Explanation:

A hydrocarbon with a six - membered ring of alternating single and double bonds is an aromatic compound, typically benzene - like. Alkyne has carbon - carbon triple bonds, alkene has carbon - carbon double bonds, and alkane has only single bonds.

Answer:

D. aromatic