Is it possible for a molecule with the formula C^2H^3 to exist?
2006-11-05 19:35:07 · 4 answers · asked by Michelles W 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Mathematics
There is no such molecule as there are 3 families of simple hydrocarbons:
1. the alkanes (Cn H2n+2) of which methane (CH4) is the first. This type of compound has all single bonds in a chain;
2. the alkenes (Cn H2n) of which ethene (C2H4) is the first. This type of compound has one double bond; and
3. the alkynes (CnH2n-2) of which acetylene (C2H2) is the first. This type of compound has one triple bond.
C2H3 fits none of these patterns. However it could be the empirical ('simpest') formula for C4H6 (butylene)
2006-11-05 21:22:47 · answer #1 · answered by Wal C 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
C2H3 could have an unpaired electron, and it is likewise customary because of the fact the vinyl radical, a exceedingly reactive monomer that condenses with itself to sort polyvinyl compounds which contain %. particularly it exists, even though it is not somewhat stable.
2016-12-17 04:57:33 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am not sure. The Lewis structure inclines me to say no.
2006-11-05 19:37:20 · answer #3 · answered by roncho 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it is the formula of ethane i think so.
2006-11-05 22:02:18 · answer #4 · answered by yar2005 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋