Alkene functional group
C = C
Alkene general formula
CnH2n
Why are alkenes unsaturated
More atoms can be added (they contain a double bond)
Alkenes with bromine
Double bond is broken and Br2 is added.
e.g.
C2H4 + Br2 –>C2H4Br2
Test for alkene
Bromine water(orange) will turn colourless if it is an alkene. Will stay orange if it is an alkane.