Question

Compare saturated and unsaturated hydrocarbons?

Answer 1

Sr. No.	Saturated Hydrocarbon	Unsaturated Hydrocarbon
1.	Carbon atoms are joined only by single bonds.	Carbon atoms are joined by double or triple bonds.
2.	They are less reactive due to the non-availability of electrons in the single covalent bond.	They are more reactive due to the presence of electrons in the double or the triple bond.
3.	They undergo substitution reaction.	They undergo addition reactions.
4.	They do not change the reddish-brown colour of bromine.	They discharge the reddish-brown colour of bromine water.