Those aliphatic hydrocarbons which contain carbon to carbon single covalent bond in the chain are called ___________?

Correct answer: A. Alkanes

  • A. Alkanes
  • B. Alkynes
  • C. Alkenes
  • D. a & c

Explanation

Aliphatic hydrocarbons containing only carbon-carbon single covalent bonds are saturated hydrocarbons called alkanes, with the open-chain formula CnH2n+2. Alkenes and alkynes contain double and triple bonds respectively, so choosing “a & c” incorrectly includes an unsaturated class.

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Alkanes are saturated hydrocarbons containing only carbon-carbon and carbon-hydrogen single bonds, with the general formula CnH2n+2 for open chains. Their structure, isomerism, IUPAC nomenclature, physical properties, combustion, free-radical halogenation and conformations are covered, including the difference between substitution in alkanes and addition in unsaturated hydrocarbons.

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