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Rita Lamichhane

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What is a homologous series? Explain with an example.

25 Dec, 2023

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A homologous series is a series of compounds which has the same functional group. This also contains a similar general formula and chemical properties. Since there is a change in the physical properties, we can say that there would be an increase in molecular size and mass.

For example, methane, ethane, propane, butane, etc., are all part of the alkane homologous series. The general formula of this series is C_nH_2n+2. Methane CH₄ Ethane CH₃CH₃ Propane CH₃CH₂CH₃ Butane CH₃CH₂CH₂CH₃. It can be noticed that there is a difference of −CH2 unit between each successive compound.

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