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10.2.1 Formulae and structures of the alkanes

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What is the molecular formula of methane?

A
  • They contain only single carbon-carbon bonds.
  • They hold as many hydrogen atoms as possible.
B

No more hydrogen can be added to a saturated molecule without breaking an existing bond.

C

A line for every covalent bond.

D

CH₄

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10.2.1 Formulae and structures of the alkanes Flashcards

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20 flashcards on Edexcel GCSE Chemistry 10.2.1 Formulae and structures of the alkanes: the key terms, definitions and equations you need to recall for Paper 1 and Paper 2.

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