Compound with the general formula CnH\(_{2n+2}\) belong to the_______ group
A
alkanal
B
alkane
C
alkanoate
D
alkene
E
alkyne
Verified Correct Answer: B.
Chemical Principles & Mechanism
Alkanes have the general formula of CnH2n+2 where n is the number of carbon atoms.
Alkenes have the general formula CnH2n.
The general formula for Alkynes is CnH2n-2.
Source: WAEC / JAMB / NECO Classroom Archive (Record #43668)