What is the correct molecular formula of nonane? A a.C9H18 B b.C9H20 C c.C10H22 D d.C10H20
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The general formula for alkanes is CnH2n+2, where n is the number of carbon atoms. Nonane has 9 carbon atoms, so if we substitute n=9 into the formula, we get C9H20. Show more…
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