Question

the general formula of a homologous series of carbon compound is CaH2n. write the molecular formula of the third and fourth members of the series. ​

Answer 1

Answer:

(i) C

n

H

2n+2

corresponds to general formula of alkanes. Since, alkanes are saturated so this series is saturated series.

(ii) Alkanes

C

2

H

2×2+2

=C

2

H

6

(Ethane)

H

3

C−CH

3

Answer 2

Answer:

what ido you mean by CnH2n-2