3.3.4
Alkenes
Course revision notes and study resources.
Structure, Bonding and Reactivity
Unsaturated hydrocarbons, sigma and pi bonds, stereoisomerism (E/Z isomerism), and structural representations.
→Electrophilic Addition
Mechanisms with HBr, Br2, H2SO4, Markovnikov's rule based on carbocation stability, and direct steam hydration.
→Alkene Tests and Polymers
Testing for unsaturation with bromine water, addition polymerisation mechanisms, and the environmental impacts of plastic waste.
→Exam Practice
MCQs and structured questions with AQA mark scheme answers.
→Flashcards
Review key definitions and concepts with interactive flashcards.