What is the correct formula for the alkane (noncyclical)

Chapter 20, Problem 2SAQ

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QUESTION:

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

a) C8H16                         b) C8H18

c) C8H14                         d) C8H8

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QUESTION:

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

a) C8H16                         b) C8H18

c) C8H14                         d) C8H8

ANSWER:

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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