Edexcel International GCSE Chemistry

Edexcel International GCSE Chemistry Alkenes Exam Questions

Free Edexcel International GCSE Chemistry exam questions on Alkenes, with mark schemes. Covers alkene structure, addition reactions and the bromine water test.

Alkenes exam questions

These packs of real past exam questions cover the whole of Section 4: Organic Chemistry, including Alkenes. Work through every question on this sub-topic, then mark your answers against the mark scheme.

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About Edexcel International GCSE Chemistry Alkenes

This sub-topic covers alkenes.

What you need to know

  • Structure Unsaturated with a C=C bond.
  • Addition With bromine, hydrogen and steam.
  • Test Bromine water turns colourless.

Common mistakes in Alkenes

  • Saying alkenes undergo substitution.
  • Wrong product names.

Try two Alkenes exam-style questions

1. Describe the test for an alkene. (1 mark)

Show the mark scheme answer

Bromine water turns from orange to colourless.

2. Name the product of ethene and steam. (1 mark)

Show the mark scheme answer

Ethanol.

Alkenes FAQs

What does this cover?

Alkenes and addition reactions.

What is unsaturated?

Containing a carbon-carbon double bond.