| Date | May 2011 | Marks available | 1 | Reference code | 11M.1.sl.TZ1.26 |
| Level | SL | Paper | 1 | Time zone | TZ1 |
| Command term | Identify | Question number | 26 | Adapted from | N/A |
Question
Which of the following statements about alkenes is not correct?
A. They have reactive double bonds.
B. They can form addition polymers.
C. They react mainly by substitution.
D. They can react with water to form alcohols.
Markscheme
C
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