what is the homologous series of carbon compounds
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Homologous Series : Homologous series is a group of organic compounds having similar structures and similar chemical properties in which the successive compounds differ by CH2 group.
Characteristics of Homologous Series :
1. All the members of a homologous series can be represented by the same general formula.
2. Any two adjacent homologous differ by 1 carbon atom and 2 hydrogen atoms in their molecular formula.
3. The difference in the molecular masses of any two adjacent homologous is 14 units.
4. All the compounds of a homologous series show similar chemical properties.
5. The members of a homologous series show a gradual change in their physical properties with increase in molecular mass.
Answer:
A homologous series is a sequence of compounds with the same functional group and similar chemical properties in which the members of the series can be branched or unbranched.
For example: Methane, Propane