Does the molecular formula of cyclopropane match the general formula of Alkane? Explain.?

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Does the molecular formula of cyclopropane match the general formula of Alkane? Explain.?

2007-05-13 12:42:47 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous in Science & Mathematics ➔ Chemistry

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No. The alkane formula is something like if n is the number of carbons in the molecure, its formula is CnH2n+2. The extra two hydrogens are for end carbons. Cyclopropane has no "end", and like other cyclo alkanes, it's formula is CnH2n

2007-05-13 12:47:25 · answer #1 · answered by cattbarf 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋