Question

What is homologous series? Sate its characteristics.​

Answer 1

Answer:

Characteristics of a homologous series are: (i) Each member of the series can be represented by a general formula. (ii) All the members of the series can be prepared by the same general methods. (iii) Physical properties changes throughout the series in a regular way.

Answer 2

A series of compounds which have same functional group substitute for hydrogen in a carbon chain is called HOMOLOGOUS SERIES.

Characteristics:

• its physical properties show some changes while the molecular mass increases.
• its chemical properties remain same.