Chapter 11, Problem 11.74E

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The expected formula of the simplest compound of carbon and hydrogen when carbon did not form hybridized orbitals is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

The atoms present in most of the organic compounds is $\text{O}$, $\text{C}$, $\text{N}$, $\text{S}$ and $\text{H}$. These atoms form a bond with each other and with other atoms through the sharing of electrons. They do not completely donate their electrons to other atoms while forming a bond.