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Alkanes are generally unreactive due to the presence of only strong C-C and C-H sigma bonds.

Answer FALSE

Solution

Alkanes are saturated (C-C single bonds only) and relatively stable — they undergo few reactions compared to alkenes/alkynes.

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Subject: Chemistry · Chapter: Hydrocarbons · Topic: Alkanes

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