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Which of the statement is wrong?

Option: 1

C_nH_2_n is the general formula of alkanes.


Option: 2

C_nH_{2n} is the general formula of alkenes


Option: 3

Ethane is aliphatic compound


Option: 4

C_nH_{2n-2} is the general formula of alkynes


Answers (1)

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As we have learnt,

General formula for alkanes, alkenes and alkynes are 

Alkane : C_nH_{2n+2}

Alkene : C_nH_2_n

Alkyne : C_nH_2_{n-2}

Ethane has a straight chain.

Therefore, option (1) is correct.

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