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Published on: August 13, 2026
Which of the following statements is incorrect about alkenes?
A
Carbon-carbon double bond in alkenes consists of one strong sigma ( 
) bond and one weak pi ( 
) bond.
) bond and one weak pi ( ) bond.
B
Alkenes are not attacked by electrophilic reagents.
C
The presence of weaker 
-bond makes alkenes unstable molecules in comparison to alkanes.
-bond makes alkenes unstable molecules in comparison to alkanes.
D
Strength of the double bond is greater than that of a carbon-carbon single bond in ethane.
Text Solution
Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
B
The presence of 
-bond makes alkenes behave as a source of loosely held electrons, hence alkenes are easily attacked by electrophilic reagents.
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