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Just one, well kind of 2- Chemistry Question...about general formula..PLEASE HELP:(!?

what is a general formula? how does a general formula help you categorize different hydrocarbons?

..lab question..help, maybe..please..thanks:)

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  • 1 decade ago
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    Example Alkanes CnH2n +2

    Alkenes CnH2n

    Alkynes CnH2n -2

    Just plug in the number of carbons and see if the number of Hydrogens fit and then that is the category you need.

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