Which of the Following Is True About Normal Alkanes

question 137

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true about normal alkanes?

• A)They all exhibit strong hydrogen bonding with one another and with water.
• B)They all contain carbon,hydrogen,and oxygen in consistent ratios.
• C)Some are gases,some are liquids,and some are solids at room temperature.
• D)Some are linear,some are branched,and some are cyclic at room temperature.
• E)They have the formula C_nH_2n+2 if they are linear or branched or C_nH_2n if they are cyclic.

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