Respuesta :
Answer: The correct statement is unsaturated hydrocarbons require energy to react.
Explanation:
Unsaturated hydrocarbons are defined as the hydrocarbons which have double or triple covalent C-C bonds. They are known as alkenes and alkynes respectively. The general formula for these hydrocarbons is [tex]C_nH_{2n}[/tex] and [tex]C_nH_{2n-2}[/tex]
These hydrocarbons are more reactive than the saturated ones because of the presence of [tex]\pi-[/tex]bonds. These bonds are weaker than [tex]\sigma-[/tex]bonds and thus can be easily broken. Addition reactions is more favorable for the compounds having [tex]\pi-[/tex]bonds.
These hydrocarbons do not require any energy to react. They are readily reactive.
Hence, the correct statement is unsaturated hydrocarbons require energy to react.