Carbon and Its Compounds Assignment

Carbon and Its Compounds Assignment

1 Mark Questions:

1. What is the chemical formula for the combustion of methane?
2. Define covalent bond.
3. Name the three allotropes of carbon.
4. What property of carbon allows it to form long chains, closed rings, or branched chains?
5. Give an example of a saturated hydrocarbon.
6. What is the functional group in a hydrocarbon that decides its properties?
7. Define combustion in the context of carbon compounds.
8. What is the main reason for the cleansing action of soaps and detergents?
9. Name the two important properties of carbon mentioned in the paragraph.
10. Name one alcohol and one ketone. 

2 Marks Questions:

1. Explain the structure of diamond and its main properties.
2. Differentiate between saturated and unsaturated hydrocarbons, providing an example for each.
3. Describe the process of oxidation in carbon compounds.
4. Briefly explain the nomenclature of carbon compounds.
5. What are functional groups, and how do they influence the properties of carbon compounds?
6. Discuss the combustion of saturated and unsaturated hydrocarbons, highlighting the differences.
7. Explain the concept of micelle formation in the context of soaps and detergents.
8. Provide the chemical equation for the formation of ghee through the hydrogenation of vegetable oil
9. Discuss the properties and uses of graphene based on the information provided.
10. define the following: catenation and covalent bond

3 Marks Questions:

1. Compare and contrast the properties of diamond and graphite.
2. Discuss the different forms of hydrocarbons mentioned and provide examples of each.
3. Explain the formation and properties of fullerene.
4. Elaborate on the classification of carbon compounds based on their structure.
5. Describe the chemical properties of carbon compounds, focusing on oxidation and addition reactions.
6. Discuss the structure of hydrocarbons, including electron dot structures and open structures.
7. Explain the concept of substitution reactions in hydrocarbons with examples.
8. Describe the cleansing action of soaps and detergents in detail.
9. Provide an overview of the important carbon compounds mentioned, such as ethanol and ethanoic acid.
10. Discuss the significance and applications of allotropes of carbon.

5 marks Question 

1. Explain the concept of catenation and tetravalency as two important properties of carbon. How do these properties contribute to the diversity of carbon compounds?
2. Compare and contrast the properties and uses of saturated hydrocarbons (alkanes) and unsaturated hydrocarbons (alkenes and alkynes).
3. Discuss the various forms of carbon compounds based on their structure, including straight-chain compounds, branched-chain compounds, and cyclic compounds. Provide examples for each category.
4. Elaborate on the concept of functional groups and their role in determining the properties of carbon compounds. Provide examples of different functional groups.
5. Describe the process of saponification and how soaps are formed. Include the chemical equation for saponification and discuss the cleansing action of soaps.
6. Explain the combustion of carbon along with its compounds as a fuel. Highlight the differences in the flame produced by saturated and unsaturated hydrocarbons.
7. Discuss the chemical properties of carbon compounds, focusing on the oxidation of alcohols to aldehydes and further to carboxylic acids. Provide relevant chemical equations.
8. Provide a detailed explanation of the structure of fullerene and its unique properties. How is it different from other allotropes of carbon?
9. Discuss the nomenclature of carbon compounds, emphasizing the steps involved in identifying the longest chain and indicating functional groups.
10. Explore the chemical properties and reactions of ethanol and ethanoic acid, including their reactions with sodium, dehydration, and the formation of esters.