Asked in NUMS 2016 2016Moderate

Which of the following compounds possesses only a single covalent bond between carbon and hydrogen?

Correct answer: D. All of the above

  • A. CH4
  • B. C2H2
  • C. C2H4
  • D. All of the above

Explanation

All of the above possess a single covalent bond between carbon and hydrogen. Hence, option D is right option

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