Chapter 23, Problem 23.17QP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The correct formula for butane has to be identified from the given options.

Concept Introduction:

Molecular formula for the organic compounds can reveal the hydrocarbon present in it.  If the compound is an alkane, an alkene or an alkyne, it can be identified by using the general molecular formula.

$\begin{array}{l}{\text{C}}_{\text{n}}{\text{H}}_{\text{2n+2}}\text{=}\text{Alkane}\\ {\text{C}}_{\text{n}}{\text{H}}_{\text{2n}}\text{=}\text{Alkene}\\ {\text{C}}_{\text{n}}{\text{H}}_{\text{2n}}{}_{-2}\text{=}\text{Alkyne}\end{array}$

To Identify: The correct formula for butane.