The general molecular formula, which represents the homologous series of alkanols is
- CnH2n+2O
- CnH2nO2
- CnH2nO
- CnH2n+1O
Answer
(1) CnH2n+2O
Solution
Alkanols are obtained by replacing one H atom of an alkane ( CnH2n+2) by an –OH group:
CnH2n+1OH, i.e. CnH2n+2O
e.g. CH3OH (CH4O), C2H5OH (C2H6O).
Answer: (1)