This chemistry question involves key chemical concepts and calculations. The detailed solution below walks through each step, from identifying the reaction type to computing the final answer.
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i) Identify product Polymer E: Propene undergoes polymerization to form poly(propene)* (also known as polypropylene). Poly(propene) Compound G: Propane (C_3H_8) undergoes cracking to form methane (CH_4) and another product. C_3H_8 → CH_4 + G By balancing the atoms, G must be C_2H_4. This is ethene. Ethene Step 1: This is the conversion of propene (CH_2=CHCH_3) to propane (CH_3CH_2CH_3). This is a hydrogenation* reaction. Hydrogenation ii) State the conditions for step 1 The conditions for the hydrogenation of propene to propane are: • Hydrogen gas (H_2) • Nickel catalyst (or Platinum/Palladium) • Heat (typically 150^ C to 200^ C) iii) State one industrial application of step 1. One industrial application of hydrogenation (Step 1) is the hardening of vegetable oils to produce margarine. iv) Write an equation for the reaction leading to the formation of methane. The reaction is the cracking of propane to form methane and ethene. C_3H_8(g) → CH_4(g) + C_2H_4(g) Last free one today — make it count tomorrow, or type /upgrade for unlimited.