Question

what is an homologous series? Explain with an example​

Answer 1

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A homologous series is a series of carbon compounds that have different numbers of carbon atoms but contain the same functional group. For example, methane, ethane, propane, butane, etc. are all part of the alkane homologous series. The general formula of this series is CnH2n+2

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Answer 2

A series of compounds in which the same functional group substitutes for hydrogen in a carbon chain is called Homologous series.

For example, the series of alkanes i.e. Methane, ethane, propane, butane and so on is a homologous series.