A straight-chain alkane 'A' is formed out of 10 carbon atoms. How many hydrogens will be there in that molecule?

No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!

Right on! Give the BNAT exam to get a 100% scholarship for BYJUS courses

No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!

Open in App

Solution

The correct option is C
22

The general formula of a non-cyclic Alkane is $C_{n} H_{2 n + 2}$ . Hence for an alkane of 10 carbons,n = 10

Number of hydrogen atoms= $2 \times n + 2 = (2 \times 10) + 2 = 22$

Suggest Corrections

Similar questions

n

What is the count of carbons in a alkane chain having 20 hydrogen atoms.

How many atoms are there in a molecule of carbon dioxide?

Join BYJU'S Learning Program