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Using the general molecular formula for alkanes: (a) Predict the molecular formula of
Chapter 0, Problem 3-1(choose chapter or problem)
QUESTION:
Using the general molecular formula for alkanes: (a) Predict the molecular formula of the straight-chain alkane. (b) Predict the molecular formula of 4,6-diethyl-12-(3,5-dimethyloctyl)triacontane, an alkane containing 44 carbon atoms.
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QUESTION:
Using the general molecular formula for alkanes: (a) Predict the molecular formula of the straight-chain alkane. (b) Predict the molecular formula of 4,6-diethyl-12-(3,5-dimethyloctyl)triacontane, an alkane containing 44 carbon atoms.
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Alkane:
Alkanes are saturated hydrocarbons. This means that their carbon atoms are joined to each other by single bonds.