WAEC - Chemistry (2000 - No. 32)
C8H18 will undergo the following reactions except
cracking
combustion
substitution
addition
Explanation
The compound C8H18 is a saturated Hydrocarbon i.e Alkane. Alkanes are known for their ability to undergo substitution, combustion and cracking(breaking down of larger molecules of HC into smaller HCs) reactions, while addition reaction is peculiar to Unsaturated hydrocarbons such as alkenes and alkynes. Option D is the correct answer