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Alkane Nomenclature Worksheet

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This worksheet asks learners to work on alkane nomenclature. They name 2 straight-chain alkanes and answer 4 questions about branched-chain alkanes. In addition, class members name 5 branched-chain alkanes and draw the structures for 3 alkane compounds. This meant for advanced pupils.

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alkanes, compounds

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alkanes, branched chain alkanes, straight chain alkanes, compounds, chemical structures, physiological chemistry, hydrocarbon chain, compound structures, science
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