Essential Chemistry for IGCSE - The Variety Of Organic Chemicals (Section 6 - No. 10)
What is the main purpose of the bromine water test?
To identify alcohols
To distinguish between saturated and unsaturated hydrocarbons
To determine the pH of a solution
To measure the boiling point of a substance
Explanation
The bromine water test is used to differentiate between saturated and unsaturated hydrocarbons. Alkenes decolorize the bromine water.
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