Why Are Alkanes Called Saturated Hydrocarbons

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Multiple Choice

Why are alkanes called saturated hydrocarbons?

• A) because alkanes are used as solvents for most organic compounds
• B) because alkanes are highly reactive organic compounds
• C) because alkanes contain only carbon-carbon single bonds
• D) because alkanes are found in animal fats and plant oils

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Definitions:

Spot Weld

A type of weld where two or more pieces of metal are joined by applying pressure and heat to a small point.

Center-to-center Spacing

The measure of distance between the center points of two features, such as holes, pins, or fixtures, critical for alignment in designs.

Spot Welds

A welding process where metal surfaces are joined by producing a series of individual welds at separate points, commonly used in sheet metal fabrication.

Projection Welds

Welds made by projecting localized heat and pressure onto particular points, typically used to join sheet metal parts at specified spots or studs.