Chapter 12, Problem 12.78E

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The reason as to why alkanes cannot undergo addition polymerization is to be predicted.

Concept Introduction:

Alkanes are acyclic saturated hydrocarbons. They are also known as paraffin. The alkanes contain singly bonded carbon atoms and hydrogen atoms. The alkanes have general formula ${\text{C}}_n{\text{H}}_{2n+2}$, where $n$ is the number of carbon atoms.