How to distinguish between cyclopentane and pentene?

Question

I am confused about how to differentiate between cyclopentane and pentene, both of which have the molecular formula C5H10. Can someone explain the distinguishing features?

NEET Faculty · Answer

To distinguish between cyclopentane and pentene, you can look at their structural and chemical properties:

Structural Properties:

Cyclopentane: A cyclic structure with no double bonds.
Pentene: A linear or branched structure with at least one double bond.

Chemical Properties:

Bromine Test: Alkenes like pentene decolorize bromine water due to the presence of a double bond, whereas cyclopentane does not.

NEET Faculty · 2 years ago

How to distinguish between cyclopentane and pentene?

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Structural Properties:

Chemical Properties: