Chapter 23.3, Problem 1RC

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: It should be determined different compounds exist with the given molecular formula.

Concept introduction: The hydrocarbons which have a general formula ${\text{C}}_n{\text{H}}_{2n+2}$ are known as Alkanes. Alkanes can be substituted or unsubstituted, when carbon atom is substituted alkanes are known as substituted alkanes or branched alkanes. In formula, $n$ is the  total number of carbon atoms present in molecule. For example if $n$ is equal to $2$ than molecular formula will be ${\text{C}}_{\text{2}}{\text{H}}_{\text{6}}$.