Question

Methane is the first member of the alkane series of hydrocarbons. The second member is ethane

which

I) Has the formula C2H4.

II) Has a higher boiling point than that of methane.

III) Has the same empirical formula as methane.

IV) Has chamical properties very similar to those of methane.

Which statements are correct ?

a) I, II and III b) I and IV c) II and IV d) Only III
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Answer 1

Answer:

b) I and IV

Explanation:

I and IV yeaaah

Answer 2

Answer:     d} Only III

Explanation:

empirical formula for alkanes=cn2n+2

ethane=

c2+h2*2+2

=c2h6