Question

Give the name and molecular formula of a higher homologue of butane

Answer 1

formula of butane=C4H10

homologue of butane = pentane.

Answer 2

The name and molecular formula of a higher homologue of butane is Pentane and its formula is C5H12.

• It is a higher homologue of butane.

• Pentane is a straight chain alkane consisting of 5 carbon atoms.
• It is a volatile organic compound and an alkane.
• Primarily, pentane is used to create a blowing agent which is then used to create a foam known as polystyrene. Polystyrene is used to make insulation materials for refrigerators and heating pipes.
• Butane is a hydrocarbon while pentane is an aliphatic hydrocarbon.

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