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Organic nomenclature and isomerism

Why is ethanol (C2H5OHC_2H_5OHC2​H5​OH) not classified as a hydrocarbon?

A

It contains hydrogen; hydrocarbons contain carbon only.

B

It contains two carbon atoms; hydrocarbons contain one carbon atom only.

C

It contains oxygen; hydrocarbons contain carbon and hydrogen only.

D

It contains single bonds; hydrocarbons contain double or triple bonds only.

Organic nomenclature and isomerism Flashcards

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Flashcards for Edexcel AS Level Chemistry Organic nomenclature and isomerism, covering the key terms and definitions you need to recall. 1 card, matched to the Edexcel AS Level Chemistry (8CH0) specification.

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