alkane
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈælkeɪn/
Definition
A saturated hydrocarbon consisting of only single-bonded carbon and hydrogen atoms.
Examples
Every alkane in the series follows the general chemical formula CnH2n+2.
Students learned how to name each branched alkane according to IUPAC rules.
The physical properties of an alkane change as the length of the carbon chain increases.
Synonyms of alkane
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