What are the differences between alkanes, alkenes and alkynes?

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Discussion Question 1

Using the South University Online Library or the Internet, research organic chemistry and its differences from other branches of chemistry, such as inorganic or physical chemistry. Based on your research, respond to the following:

• What are the differences between alkanes, alkenes and alkynes?
• What are the differences between cis- and trans-isomers of alkenes?
• How are cis-trans isomers used for night vision?

Discussion Question 2

Using the South University Online Library or the Internet, research haloalkanes. Based on your research, respond to the following:

• What is a haloalkane? Identify one of them.
• How does the haloalkane you identified function as an anesthetic? Describe in detail.