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An alkane with 7 carbon atoms contains _ hydrogen atoms.

Correct answer: A. 16

  • A. 16
  • B. 14
  • C. 20
  • D. 18

Explanation

An alkane with the general formula CnH2n+2, where n is the number of carbon atoms. For 7 carbon atoms, the formula is C7H2(7)+2 = C7H16, indicating 16 hydrogen atoms. The correct answer is therefore 16. Options B, C, and D are incorrect as they do not correspond to the correct formula for an alkane with 7 carbon atoms.

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