A Cycloalkane Molecule Contains 8 Carbon Atoms

question 15

Multiple Choice

A cycloalkane molecule contains 8 carbon atoms.How many hydrogen atoms are present in the molecule?

• A)4
• B)8
• C)14
• D)16
• E)18

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