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Which of the following statements about the odor of alkynes is correct?
ChemistryHydrocarbonsNEET
Options:
  • A All alkynes have a characteristic odor.
  • B Only ethyne has a characteristic odor.
  • C All alkynes are odorless.
  • D The odor of alkynes varies depending on their carbon chain length.
Solution:
1799 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is: Only ethyne has a characteristic odor.
Only ethyne (acetylene) among alkynes has a characteristic odor. Other alkynes are odorless.

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