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Textbook Solutions for Chemistry: A Molecular Approach

Chapter 20 Problem 2SAQ

Question

What is the correct formula for the alkane (noncyclical) containing eight carbon atoms?

a) C8H16                         b) C8H18

c) C8H14                         d) C8H8

Solution

Solution 2 SAQStep 1Alkane are the saturated hydrocarbons.These are non cyclic and its having single bonds betweenthe carbon atoms.The terminal carbons are bonded with the three hydrogen atoms .Terminal carbons are the chain ending and chain starting carbon atoms.

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Title Chemistry: A Molecular Approach 3 
Author Nivaldo J. Tro
ISBN 9780321809247

What is the correct formula for the alkane (noncyclical)

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