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1
Q

define homologous series?

A

a group of chemicals which react in a similar way because they are in the same function group

2
Q

what are alcohols?

A

flammable, burns in air to produce carbon dioxide and water

3
Q

they dissolve in water to ..

A

neutralise solutions

4
Q

they react with sodium..

A

to form hydrogen and alkoxides

5
Q

alcohols are..

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  • less polluting
  • a renewable source
  • used as spirit burners
6
Q

what are alcohols used as?

A

solvents

7
Q

methanol and ethanol dissolve substances that..

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water cannot dissolve

8
Q

examples of substances they can dissolve are..

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  • hydrocarbons
  • oils
  • fats
9
Q

oils..

A

smell

10
Q

water..

A

bulks